The Chicago Bears are 1-0 in the NFC North so far in the 2026 season. They are scoring 59 points per game (1st in the NFL) and allowing 37 (27th in the NFL).
On offense, the Chicago Bears are averaging 560 total yards per game (1st in the NFL), with 269 passing (8th in the NFL) and 291 rushing (1st in the NFL).
Defensively, the Chicago Bears are allowing 486 yards per game (27th in the NFL) and 37 points per game.
The full Chicago Bears roster, depth chart and season schedule each have their own page on Statz NFL.
Frequently asked questions
How did the Bears do in Week 1 of 2026?
Chicago beat the Panthers 59–37 in Carolina — 552 total yards, a 71% third-down rate and two sacks, with D'Andre Swift going for 134 and three scores.
What is the Bears’ record this season?
The Bears are 1-0 after Week 1, 2nd in the NFC North, ranked #16 in the Statz power rankings with a +0.5 net rating.
How did the Bears perform last season (2025)?
The Bears went 11-6, 1st in the NFC North, reached the Divisional, and ranked 9th in the NFL in points per game.
Who are the Bears’ key players in 2026?
Caleb Williams (269 pass yds/g), D'Andre Swift (124 rush yds/g), Kalif Raymond and Cole Kmet lead the offense.
What are the Bears’ Super Bowl odds?
Best price +2500 across the books we track. The Statz model gives them a 2% title chance — 9th in the NFC.
Who do the Bears play next?
Week 2 vs the Minnesota Vikings, Soldier Field, Sunday 1:00 PM ET. The model projects 23–22 Chicago (51% win probability).