Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs are set for one final tune-up in their preseason finale against the Bears on Friday evening.
Mahomes played three snaps in Kansas City's preseason opener, but he sat out last weekend's contest in favor of journeyman Gardner Minshew. Coach Andy Reid clarified earlier this week that Mahomes and the rest of the Chiefs starters will indeed suit up Friday.
On the other sideline, the Bears will follow the same script, with second-year pro Caleb Williams set for his second appearance of the preseason. Last year's No. 1 overall pick threw for 107 yards and a touchdown last weekend against the Bills.
This will be a stiffer test for Williams, on the road against a stalwart Kansas City defense expected to play most of its starters. Williams is also still adjusting to a new offensive system implemented by first-year head coach Ben Johnson, formerly the Lions offensive coordinator.
The Sporting News has all the details on how to watch Chiefs vs. Bears tonight.
What channel is Chiefs vs. Bears on today?
- Local TV channels: KSHB 41 (Kansas City) | FOX32 Chicago (Chicago)
- Out-of-market TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: Fubo
Chiefs vs. Bears will not be available on national television. Instead, fans in the teams' respective local TV markets will be able to watch the game on KSHB 41 (Kansas City) and FOX32 Chicago.
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Chiefs vs. Bears start time
- Date: Friday, Aug. 22
- Time: 8:20 p.m. ET
Kickoff of Chiefs vs. Bears is set for 8:20 p.m. ET on Friday, Aug. 22.
The game will be played at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City.
Chiefs vs. Bears radio station
- Radio channel: 96.5 The Fan (Chiefs) | ESPN Chicago (Bears)
- National radio station: SiriusXM channels 227, 383
Fans can listen to Chiefs vs. Bears live on 96.5 The Fan (Chiefs) and ESPN Chicago (Bears), if you're in the respective local area. The game will also be available nationally on SiriusXM channels 227 (Chiefs broadcast) and 383 (Bears broadcast).
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Chiefs preseason schedule 2025
| Date | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug. 9 | Cardinals 20, Chiefs 17 | — | — |
| Aug. 15 | Seahawks 33, Chiefs 16 | — | — |
| Aug. 22 | vs. Bears | 8:20 p.m. | KSHB 41, Fubo |
Chiefs 2025 regular season schedule
| Week | Date | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
| 1 | Sept. 5 | vs. Chargers | 8 p.m. | YouTube |
| 2 | Sept. 14 | vs. Eagles | 4:25 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
| 3 | Sept. 21 | at Giants | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Fubo |
| 4 | Sept. 28 | vs. Ravens | 4:25 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| 5 | Oct. 6 | at Jaguars | 8:15 p.m. | ABC, ESPN, Fubo |
| 6 | Oct. 12 | vs. Lions | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Fubo |
| 7 | Oct. 19 | vs. Raiders | 1 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| 8 | Oct. 27 | vs. Commanders | 8:15 p.m. | ABC, ESPN, Fubo |
| 9 | Nov. 2 | at Bills | 4:25 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| 10 | BYE | — | — | — |
| 11 | Nov. 16 | at Broncos | 4:25 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| 12 | Nov. 23 | vs. Colts | 1 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| 13 | Nov. 27 | at Cowboys | 4:30 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| 14 | Dec. 7 | vs. Texans | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Fubo |
| 15 | Dec. 14 | vs. Chargers | 1 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| 16 | Dec. 21 | at Titans | 1 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| 17 | Dec. 25 | vs. Broncos | 8:15 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video |
| 18 | TBD | at Raiders | TBD | TBD |
Bears preseason schedule 2025
| Date | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug. 10 | Bears 24, Dolphins 24 (T) | — | — |
| Aug. 17 | Bears 38, Bills 0 | — | — |
| Aug. 22 | at Chiefs | 8:20 p.m. | FOX32/Fubo |
Bears 2025 regular season schedule
| Week | Date | Opponent | Kickoff time (ET) | TV channel |
| 1 | Monday, Sept. 8 | vs. Vikings | 8:15 p.m. | ESPN |
| 2 | Sunday, Sept. 14 | at Lions | 1 p.m. | Fox |
| 3 | Sunday, Sept. 21 | vs. Cowboys | 4:25 p.m. | Fox |
| 4 | Sunday. Sept. 28 | at Raiders | 4:25 p.m. | CBS |
| 5 | Bye | — | — | — |
| 6 | Monday, Oct. 13 | at Commanders | 8:15 p.m. | ABC |
| 7 | Sunday, Oct. 19 | vs. Saints | 1 p.m. | Fox |
| 8 | Sunday, Oct. 26 | at Ravens | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| 9 | Sunday, Nov. 2 | at Bengals | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| 10 | Sunday, Nov. 9 | vs. Giants | 1 p.m. | Fox |
| 11 | Sunday, Nov. 16 | at Vikings | 1 p.m. | Fox |
| 12 | Sunday, Nov. 23 | vs. Steelers | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| 13 | Friday, Nov. 28 | at Eagles | 3 p.m. | Prime Video |
| 14 | Sunday, Dec. 7 | at Packers | 1 p.m. | Fox |
| 15 | Sunday, Dec. 14 | vs. Browns | 1 p.m. | Fox |
| 16 | Saturday, Dec. 20 | vs. Packers | TBD | Fox |
| 17 | Sunday, Dec. 28 | at 49ers | 8:20 p.m. | NBC |
| 18 | TBD | vs. Lions | TBD | TBD |