Bears face Vikings in pivotal divisional matchup at Soldier Field
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 6:15 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
The Chicago Bears (1-0) host the Minnesota Vikings (1-0) at Soldier Field in Week 2 of the NFL season. The Bears recently secured a significant win over the Carolina Panthers, 59-37, with standout performances from quarterback Caleb Williams and a powerful rushing attack. Meanwhile, the Vikings overcame a deficit to defeat the Green Bay Packers, 39-22, in their season opener. Both teams aim to establish early control in the NFC North, as recent matchups between them have been tightly contested.
- •Bears coming off a high-scoring win over the Panthers.
- •Vikings overcame a third-quarter deficit against the Packers.
- •Both teams seek to take hold of the NFC North lead.
- •Caleb Williams expected to have significant passing performance.
- •Recent games have been closely contested with five one-score finishes.
- 6:15 PMYahoo Sports — 5 bold predictions for Bears vs. Vikings
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