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The 2025 NFL schedule release is only one day away, and fans of the Chicago Bears are chomping at the bit to see when and where they will play this fall. The schedule release has become something of a holiday during the NFL offseason. It's the final piece of the puzzle for the upcoming season, even though the opponents and whether or not they are home or away have been known for months.
Still, seeing the schedule come together and determining the wins and losses is a fun part of the offseason. It's a chance for fans to talk themselves into a 10+ win campaign and rationalize the timing of playing certain opponents.
While some Bears games have already leaked, the vast majority of the schedule has yet to be determined. We're taking one last stab at predicting the Bears' 17-game slate for the 2025 season.
It's been 25 years since the Bears opened up the season against the Minnesota Vikings. Let's see if that drought ends to begin Ben Johnson's head coaching career.
The NFL doesn't give the Bears the benefit of playing New Orleans in the elements late in the season. With the countless issues the Saints are dealing with, it may not matter. The Bears have a good shot of finally snapping their eight-game losing streak.
Bears fans will have this game circled on their calendars for months. Matt Eberflus' homecoming will be one to remember if Williams and the offense take care of business against the Dallas defense.
The Bears face a tough test on the road as they square off against one of their former star players in Baltimore.
The Bears get a tough road stretch early in the season as they go up against some of the best offenses in the league. This early matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals could provide plenty of fireworks.
Playing up at Lambeau Field doesn't feel as daunting as it used to a few months ago. That's what getting a win against a one-sided foe can do for morale. The Bears will get their chance to put together a winning streak against the Packers.
Assuming Aaron Rodgers signs with the Pittsburgh Steelers, the NFL may want to put this matchup earlier in the season to ensure he plays. The league won't want to jeopardize one final matchup between Rodgers and the Bears.
Up until last year, the Bears were undefeated in Levi's Stadium. They'll try and start a new winning streak as the middle of the season approaches.
The Bears return from their bye week with a home matchup against the Giants. Time will tell when first-round pick Jaxson Dart takes over as starter.
Ben Johnson makes his triumphant return to Detroit, where he will surely have some tricks up his sleeve against his former team.
Vikings quarterback JJ McCarthy makes his return to Chicago and faces off against his former teammate Colston Loveland.
The Bears are officially confirmed for Black Friday against the Eagles.
Las Vegas in December probably sounds pretty nice to some Bears players looking to escape the Chicago cold.
Will Shedeur Sanders become the Browns starter by the end of the season? This matchup could provide significant intrigue if these two teams meet late in the year.
The Bears are officially confirmed to face the Packers in a standalone game in Week 16.
The Hail Mary rematch takes on a whole new meaning if the Bears and Commanders face off on Christmas Day.
The Bears haven't faced the Lions to close out the regular season in 10 years, but that changes with a potential playoff spot on the line.
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Still, seeing the schedule come together and determining the wins and losses is a fun part of the offseason. It's a chance for fans to talk themselves into a 10+ win campaign and rationalize the timing of playing certain opponents.
While some Bears games have already leaked, the vast majority of the schedule has yet to be determined. We're taking one last stab at predicting the Bears' 17-game slate for the 2025 season.
Week 1: Bears at Vikings
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It's been 25 years since the Bears opened up the season against the Minnesota Vikings. Let's see if that drought ends to begin Ben Johnson's head coaching career.
Week 2: Bears vs. Saints
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The NFL doesn't give the Bears the benefit of playing New Orleans in the elements late in the season. With the countless issues the Saints are dealing with, it may not matter. The Bears have a good shot of finally snapping their eight-game losing streak.
Week 3. Bears vs. Cowboys (prime time)
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Bears fans will have this game circled on their calendars for months. Matt Eberflus' homecoming will be one to remember if Williams and the offense take care of business against the Dallas defense.
Week 4: Bears at Ravens
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The Bears face a tough test on the road as they square off against one of their former star players in Baltimore.
Week 5: Bears at Bengals
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The Bears get a tough road stretch early in the season as they go up against some of the best offenses in the league. This early matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals could provide plenty of fireworks.
Week 6: Bears at Packers
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Playing up at Lambeau Field doesn't feel as daunting as it used to a few months ago. That's what getting a win against a one-sided foe can do for morale. The Bears will get their chance to put together a winning streak against the Packers.
Week 7: Bears vs. Steelers (prime time)
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Assuming Aaron Rodgers signs with the Pittsburgh Steelers, the NFL may want to put this matchup earlier in the season to ensure he plays. The league won't want to jeopardize one final matchup between Rodgers and the Bears.
Week 8: Bears at San Francisco 49ers
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Up until last year, the Bears were undefeated in Levi's Stadium. They'll try and start a new winning streak as the middle of the season approaches.
Week 9: BYE WEEK
Week 10: Bears vs. New York Giants
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The Bears return from their bye week with a home matchup against the Giants. Time will tell when first-round pick Jaxson Dart takes over as starter.
Week 11: Bears at Lions (prime time)
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Ben Johnson makes his triumphant return to Detroit, where he will surely have some tricks up his sleeve against his former team.
Week 12: Bears vs. Vikings
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Vikings quarterback JJ McCarthy makes his return to Chicago and faces off against his former teammate Colston Loveland.
Week 13: Bears at Eagles (Black Friday)
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The Bears are officially confirmed for Black Friday against the Eagles.
Week 14: Bears at Raiders
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Las Vegas in December probably sounds pretty nice to some Bears players looking to escape the Chicago cold.
Week 15: Bears vs. Browns
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Will Shedeur Sanders become the Browns starter by the end of the season? This matchup could provide significant intrigue if these two teams meet late in the year.
Week 16: Bears vs. Packers
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The Bears are officially confirmed to face the Packers in a standalone game in Week 16.
Week 17: Bears at Commanders (Christmas)
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The Hail Mary rematch takes on a whole new meaning if the Bears and Commanders face off on Christmas Day.
Week 18: Bears vs. Lions
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The Bears haven't faced the Lions to close out the regular season in 10 years, but that changes with a potential playoff spot on the line.
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