Bears expect rivalry with Packers to match Ohio State vs. Michigan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 11:48 AM
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
Colston Loveland and the Chicago Bears are gearing up for their rivalry with the Green Bay Packers, likening it to the historic Ohio State vs. Michigan clash. With top quarterback Caleb Williams leading the team, the Bears aim to defeat the Packers in both scheduled matchups on October 12 and Christmas Day. Loveland emphasized the team’s intense focus on outperforming their rivals in every aspect of the game. The Bears are motivated after their recent successes, including a victory over the Packers in the 2025 Wild Card Round.
- •Bears and Packers meet twice in the 2026 season.
- •First game on October 12 at Lambeau Field.
- •Second game on Christmas Day at Soldier Field.
- •Bears won NFC North championship in 2025.
- •Caleb Williams is expected to improve further in 2026.
- 11:48 AMYahoo Sports — Why Colston Loveland & Bears are treating Packers rivalry like Ohio State vs. Michigan
"Colston Loveland and the Bears led by Caleb Williams are treating their rivalry with the Packers like it's Ohio State vs. Michigan.
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