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Bears Open 2026 Season vs. Panthers
12 Sep
Summary
- Chicago Bears begin 2026 season Sunday against Carolina Panthers.
- Bears aim for a strong start after an impressive 11-6 previous season.
- Caleb Williams led a top-five offense with seven fourth-quarter comebacks.
The Chicago Bears will kick off their 2026 season this Sunday by facing the Carolina Panthers. This marks the beginning of a new campaign for the Bears, who are building on a highly successful 2025 season. Last year, they achieved an 11-6 record, securing the NFC North title for the first time in eight years and advancing in the playoffs for the first time in nearly two decades. This success came during Ben Johnson's inaugural season as head coach.
Key to their previous season's performance was quarterback Caleb Williams. He solidified his reputation as one of the league's most clutch players, engineering a record seven fourth-quarter comebacks. Williams also guided a potent offense that ranked among the top five in the NFL. Fans interested in watching the game can consult broadcast maps to determine local availability.
