Get ready for a whole lot more of the Chicago Bears in 2026—and NFL fans couldn't be happier. Even during a down season, the Bears are a ratings powerhouse, consistently drawing big numbers for primetime broadcasts. So, with the team coming off an impressive 11-6 regular season and delivering two of the most thrilling postseason games in recent memory, the league is absolutely thrilled.
This year, the Bears are one of just five teams to feature in seven standalone games—meaning they'll be the only show in town for those matchups. Four of those games will take place at the iconic Soldier Field: a Week 3 Monday Night Football clash against the Philadelphia Eagles, a Week 7 Thursday Night Football showdown with the New England Patriots, a Week 9 Sunday Night Football battle against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and a special Week 16 Christmas Day matchup with the Green Bay Packers.
On the road, the Bears will also shine in prime time: Week 8 brings a Monday Night Football trip to Seattle to face the Seahawks, Week 12 has them playing on Thanksgiving against the Detroit Lions, and Week 15 features a unique Saturday night game against the Buffalo Bills. Beyond the standalone games, Chicago also has two 3:25 p.m. Sunday starts, giving even more of the nation a chance to tune in.
For the first time in franchise history, the Bears will play on both Thanksgiving and Christmas in the same season. And with the Super Bowl scheduled for February 14—Valentine's Day—there's even a chance for a holiday trifecta. The 2026 schedule also sees the Bears appearing on every major broadcast partner, from FOX and CBS to NBC, Amazon Prime Video, and Netflix.
Whether you're a die-hard Bears fan or just love the gridiron action, this is shaping up to be a season to remember. So grab your favorite Bears gear and get ready to cheer—Chicago is about to be everywhere.