The Bears and Vikings primetime matchup marks the end of Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season.
In Chicago, where quarterback Caleb Williams is taking center stage and new head coach Ben Johnson has brought new life, there is a lot of buzz.
With discussions ranging from audacious forecasts to incisive hot takes, like as Ty Dunne's scathing Go Long article on Williams, the city has been buzzing all week. The first real yardstick for the direction this franchise is taking is provided in the opener, so fans won't have to wait long.
Dennis Allen, on the other hand, will try to come up with innovative ways to challenge Vikings rookie quarterback JJ McCarthy in his first NFL start. However, the Bears' defense might not be playing at its best. All-Pro cornerback Jaylon Johnson may be limited after missing the whole offseason program due to a groin injury, while linebacker TJ Edwards may miss the game.
Minnesota ought to be prepared with important reinforcements. Christian Darrisaw, the starting left tackle, and All-Pro receiver Justin Jefferson are anticipated to make their season debuts. Jordan Addison, however, will not be playing for the Vikings as he starts his three-game ban.
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Bears vs. Vikings radio station
- National radio channels: SiriusXM channel 226 (away), 225 (home)
- Bears radio channel: ESPN 1000 (AM 1000, 100.3 FM HD2)
- Vikings radio channels: KFAN 100.3 FM
You can listen to the Bears vs. Vikings live on SiriusXM. Coverage will be available on channels 225 (Bears) and 226 (Vikings).
Football fans in the local markets can listen to the game on ESPN 1000 (AM 1000, 100.3 FM HD2) and KFAN 100.3 FM.
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Bears vs. Vikings start time
- Date: Monday, Sept. 8
- Time: 8:15 p.m. ET | 9:15 p.m. AT
Bears vs. Vikings will kick off at 8:15 p.m. ET on Monday, Sept. 8.
The game will be played at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois.
Bears 2025 schedule for regular season
Here is the 2025 regular season schedule for Chicago.
| Week | Date | Matchup | Time (ET) |
| 1 | Sept. 8 | vs. Vikings | 8:15 p.m. |
| 2 | Sept. 14 | at Lions | 1 p.m. |
| 3 | Sept. 21 | vs. Cowboys | 4:25 p.m. |
| 4 | Sept. 28 | at Raiders | 4:25 p.m. |
| 5 | BYE | — | — |
| 6 | Oct. 13 | at Commanders | 8:15 p.m. |
| 7 | Oct. 19 | vs. Saints | 1 p.m. |
| 8 | Oct. 26 | at Ravens | 1 p.m. |
| 9 | Nov. 2 | at Bengals | 1 p.m. |
| 10 | Nov. 9 | vs. Giants | 1 p.m. |
| 11 | Nov. 16 | at Vikings | 1 p.m. |
| 12 | Nov. 23 | vs. Steelers | 1 p.m. |
| 13 | Nov. 28 | at Eagles | 3 p.m. |
| 14 | Dec. 7 | at Packers | 1 p.m. |
| 15 | Dec. 14 | vs. Browns | 1 p.m. |
| 16 | Dec. 20 | vs. Packers | TBD |
| 17 | Dec. 28 | at 49ers | 8:20 p.m. |
| 18 | TBD | vs. Lions | TBD |
Vikings schedule
Here is the 2025 regular season schedule for Minnesota.
| Week | Date | Opponent | Kickoff time (ET) | TV channel |
| 1 | Monday, Sept. 8 | at Bears | 8:15 p.m. | ESPN/ABC |
| 2 | Sunday, Sept. 14 | vs. Falcons | 8:20 p.m. | NBC |
| 3 | Sunday, Sept. 21 | vs. Bengals | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| 4 | Sunday, Sept. 28 | at Steelers (Dublin) | 9:30 a.m. | NFL Network |
| 5 | Sunday, Oct. 5 | at Browns (London) | 9:30 a.m. | NFL Network |
| 6 | BYE | — | — | — |
| 7 | Sunday, Oct. 19 | vs. Eagles | 1 p.m. | Fox |
| 8 | Thursday, Oct. 23 | at Chargers | 8:15 p.m. | Prime |
| 9 | Sunday, Nov. 2 | at Lions | 1 p.m. | Fox |
| 10 | Sunday, Nov. 9 | vs. Ravens | 1 p.m. | Fox |
| 11 | Sunday, Nov. 16 | vs. Bears | 1 p.m. | Fox |
| 12 | Sunday, Nov. 23 | at Packers | 1 p.m. | Fox |
| 13 | Sunday, Nov. 30 | at Seahawks | 4:05 p.m. | Fox |
| 14 | Sunday, Dec. 7 | vs. Commanders | 1 p.m. | Fox |
| 15 | Sunday, Dec. 14 | at Cowboys | 8:20 p.m. | NBC |
| 16 | Sunday, Dec. 21 | at Giants | 1 p.m. | Fox |
| 17 | Thursday, Dec. 25 | vs. Lions | 4:30 p.m. | Netflix |
| 18 | TBD | vs. Packers | TBD | TBD |
NFL schedule 2025: Week 1
Here's a complete look at the NFL schedule for Week 1 of the new season, with games spread out across four days.
Sunday, Sept. 7
| Game | Time (ET) | TV channel |
|---|---|---|
| Falcons vs. Buccaneers | 1 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| Browns vs. Bengals | 1 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| Colts vs. Dolphins | 1 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| Patriots vs. Raiders | 1 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| Saints vs. Cardinals | 1 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| Jets vs. Steelers | 1 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| Commanders vs. Giants | 1 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| Jaguars vs. Panthers | 1 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| Broncos vs. Titans | 4:05 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| Seahawks vs. 49ers | 4:05 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| Packers vs. Lions | 4:25 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| Rams vs. Texans | 4:25 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| Bills vs. Ravens | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Fubo, Peacock |
Monday, Sept. 8
| Game | Time (ET) | TV channel |
|---|---|---|
| Bears vs. Vikings | 8:15 p.m. | ABC, Fubo |