The NFL has not officially released the Bears 2026 schedule , so everything below should be considered speculation until the league makes official announcements. Chicago is one of the NFL’s biggest brands, Caleb Williams is a national draw, and with Ben Johnson leading the franchise in year 2, it would be surprising if the Bears didn’t once again receive a few primetime games. Here’s how the primetime slate could shake out. Week 1: Bears at Seahawks (NFL Season Opener) Jan 18, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) runs onto the field during player introductions before an NFC Divisional Round game against the Los Angeles Rams at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images | David Banks-Imagn Images Adam Schefter has floated the possibility of Chicago opening the season in Seattle, and if that happens, it would make a lot of sense as a marquee standalone game. The NFL loves opening the year with quarterback intrigue, national brands, and playoff-caliber teams.…