How to watch the Chicago Bears without cable
| Team | Chicago Bears |
|---|---|
| League | NFL — NFC North |
| Home market | Chicago, IL |
| Local games | Local FOX station (Chicago market) |
| National games | ESPN, NBC, and Prime Video for national windows |
Best services to watch the Chicago Bears
Local Chicago Bears games follow your Chicago FOX affiliate (NFC teams mostly play on FOX), with national windows on ESPN, NBC.
| Service | Our score | From /mo | Free trial | Streams | Cloud DVR | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YouTube TV | 9.3 | $83 | Varies | 3 | Unlimited | you want a broad, mainstream lineup with unlimited DVR and reliable local channels in most areas |
| Hulu + Live TV | 9.0 | $83 | Varies | 2 (unlimited add-on) | Unlimited | you want live TV bundled with a huge on-demand library plus Disney+ and ESPN+ |
| FuboTV | 9.0 | $80 | 7 days | Up to 10 at home | Unlimited (varies by plan) | you want a sports-heavy lineup with a high channel count and lots of simultaneous streams |
| DirecTV Stream | 8.7 | $87 | 5 days | Unlimited at home | Unlimited | you want a cable-like experience with regional sports networks and unlimited in-home streams |
| Sling TV | 8.6 | $40 | None (occasional promos) | 1 (Orange) / 3 (Blue) | 50 hours included | you want the cheapest route into live sports and news and don't rely on local broadcast channels everywhere |
Prices are starting monthly prices seen at last review and exclude taxes/fees. Always confirm the current price and channel lineup on the provider’s site.
Prices are starting prices and coverage varies by ZIP code — confirm the channels that carry Chicago Bears games for your area first.
Where Chicago Bears games air
Most Chicago Bears games are on your Chicago local FOX station — NFC matchups default to FOX — plus NBC Sunday nights, ESPN Monday nights and Prime Video on Thursdays. Only out-of-market Sunday-afternoon games need NFL Sunday Ticket. Full details: NFL streaming guide.
Step by step
- Confirm your Chicago locals (especially FOX) are carried for your ZIP code.
- Pick a service above and start the plan — use a free trial first if offered.
- Install the app on your TV, streaming device, or phone.
- Open the live guide on game day and find the Chicago Bears.
Frequently asked questions
What channel are Chicago Bears games on?
Most Chicago Bears games air on your local FOX station (NFC teams default to FOX), with Sunday night on NBC, Monday night on ESPN and Thursdays on Prime Video.
What is the cheapest way to watch the Chicago Bears?
Among full-lineup services, Sling TV is usually cheapest at $40/mo, as long as it carries your Chicago locals.
Do I need NFL Sunday Ticket to watch the Chicago Bears?
Only outside the Chicago market. Locally, Chicago Bears games are on your broadcast stations. Sunday Ticket exists for out-of-market Sunday-afternoon games.