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The Chicago Bears are flying high since the return of Caleb Williams to the lineup. The now 5-2 Bears have won two straight games against the Atlanta Falcons and New England Patriots since shrivelling up against the Green Bay Packers. For those curious about the Bears’ schedule, here are the details on when they play next.
Do the Chicago Bears Play Today, October 25th, 2026?
New England Patriots v Chicago Bears
GettyCHICAGO, ILLINOIS – OCTOBER 22: D’Andre Swift #4 of the Chicago Bears scores a touchdown against the New England Patriots during the first quarter of the game at Soldier Field on October 22, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
No, the Bears do not play today, October 25th, 2026.
The reason that they don’t play today is that they have already played their Week 7 matchup. This past week’s Thursday Night Football is technically part of the Week 7 NFL schedule. That schedule concludes with Sunday’s games.
When Do the Chicago Bears Play Next?
New England Patriots v Chicago Bears
GettyCHICAGO, ILLINOIS – OCTOBER 22: Fireworks explode prior to the game between the Chicago Bears and the New England Patriots at Soldier Field on October 22, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
If the Bears don’t play today, when do they play next?
The Bears’ next scheduled game will be on Monday, November 2nd, 2026, versus the Seattle Seahawks.
The weekly NFL schedule begins every Thursday and ends on the following Monday. Meaning, the Week 8 schedule will begin on Thursday, October 29th, 2026, and conclude on Monday, November 2nd, 2026.
Remaining Chicago Bears Schedule
Seattle Seahawks v Denver Broncos
GettyDENVER, COLORADO – OCTOBER 15: Sam Darnold #14 of the Seattle Seahawks reacts prior to being sacked by Malcolm Roach #97 of the Denver Broncos during the fourth quarter of the game at Empower Field At Mile High on October 15, 2026 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
To avoid any confusion, here is the schedule for the remaining games on the 2026 regular season schedule for the Bears.
Week 8: Monday, November 2 vs. Seattle Seahawks
Week 9: Sunday, November 8 vs. Buccaneers
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Week 10: Bye Week
Week 11: Sunday, November 22 vs. Saints
Week 12: Thursday, November 26 vs. Detroit Lions
Week 13: Sunday, December 6 vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
Week 14: Sunday, December 13 vs. Miami Dolphins
Week 15: Saturday, December 19 vs. Buffalo Bills
Week 16: Friday, December 25 vs. Green Bay Packers
Week 17: Sunday, January 3 vs. Detroit Lions
Week 18: TBD vs. Minnesota Vikings
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