Monday night football: When and where to watch Bears vs Vikings, Weather forecast, and Start timings

Global Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Sep 09, 2025, 00:07 IST

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Monday night football: When and where to watch Bears vs Vikings, Weather forecast, and Start timings (Image via Getty)

The NFL season opens with a big clash at Soldier Field in Chicago. The Bears host the Vikings on Monday night, September 8. Both teams bring rookie quarterbacks and fresh storylines. Fans can expect clear skies, a loud crowd, and football under the lights. This game is not just the start of Week 1, it is a new beginning for both Chicago and Minnesota.

When and Where to Watch Bears vs Vikings

Date: Monday, September 8
Kickoff: 7:15 p.m. CT / 8:15 p.m. ET
TV: ESPN and ABC
Streaming: NFL+, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, fuboTV, Sling TV
Chicago: WLS Channel 7
Minneapolis: KSTP Channel 5

Weather Forecast at Soldier Field

As the game begins around 7 p.m. CT, it’s clear and calm, with temperatures around 69 °F (20–21 °C).
Through the evening, it stays clear and comfy, around 67 °F (around 19 °C).
No rain expected.

Rookie quarterbacks in focus for Bears vs Vikings

Chicago Bears: New head coach Ben Johnson takes charge. Rookie quarterback Caleb Williams, top pick of the 2024 NFL Draft, makes his first NFL start.
Minnesota Vikings: Rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy steps in. Veteran wide receiver Adam Thielen returns to the lineup.

Both teams want a strong start to the season. Rookie quarterbacks under the spotlight will decide the pace of the game.