Frequently Asked Questions
Why won't the Chicago Bears open the 2024 season against the Green Bay Packers?
The Packers will open the season against the Philadelphia Eagles in Brazil on Friday night, September 6th. This breaks the recent pattern of Bears-Packers season openers that happened three times since 2018.
How many times have the Bears and Packers played to start the season?
The Bears have started the season against Green Bay more than 60 times. The teams have played every season since 1921 except for 1922 and 1982 when the player's strike eliminated both games.
What happened in the Bears' recent season opening losses to Green Bay?
The Bears lost three straight season openers to the Packers since 2018. In 2018, Kyle Fuller dropped a key interception and Aaron Rodgers threw a game-winning TD, in 2019 they lost 10-3 with Mitch Trubisky struggling, and last year they were blown out 38-20.
Which teams will the Chicago Bears play at home in 2024?
The Bears' home opponents include Detroit, Green Bay, Minnesota, Carolina, Jacksonville, L.A. Rams, Seattle, Tennessee, and New England. One of these home games will be played in England.
Who will be the Bears' starting quarterback for the 2024 season opener?
Caleb Williams will be the Bears' starting quarterback for his first game. The article notes this will be Williams' debut as the team's starting quarterback.