Chicago Bears host New York Jets at Soldier Field Sunday for Week 4 of the 2026 NFL season. Chicago enters on a 27-7 Monday night win over the Eagles and aims for back-to-back wins.
Bears Game Sunday Quick Facts
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Matchup | New York Jets at Chicago Bears |
| Week | Week 4, 2026 season |
| Date | Sunday, Oct 4, 2026 |
| Venue | Soldier Field, Chicago, IL |
| Kickoff | 1:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM CT |
| TV | CBS network |
| Streaming | Paramount+, NFL+ |
| Radio | WBBM 780 AM Chicago |
Fans need confirmed date, kickoff time and broadcast details for Bears Game Sunday. The game is scheduled for Soldier Field in the early window.
Game Preview: Jets vs Bears 2026 Week 4
Bears momentum is clear after routing the Eagles 27-7 Monday night. The win gives Chicago a 2-1 record heading into Week 4.
Jets season context is still forming. New York enters with a 1-2 record and needs a road win to stabilize early play.
Key matchups center on Chicago’s offensive line versus New York’s pass rush and Bears secondary versus Jets passing attack. Injury updates and the inactive report will be posted pre-kickoff.
Coaches Who Shaped Each Other: Ben Johnson vs Aaron Glenn
Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn meet Sunday with history. The two coached together in Detroit. Johnson was Lions offensive coordinator. Glenn was Lions defensive coordinator.
Scheme tendencies are familiar. Johnson runs a motion-heavy offense. Glenn runs an aggressive man-coverage defense.
Their familiarity impacts play calling and game plan. Expect adjustments on early downs and third down tendencies.
Everything You Need to Know Before Kickoff
Team records and standings entering Week 4 are Bears 2-1, Jets 1-2 in NFC North and AFC East play.
Weather forecast for Soldier Field is expected to be mild with low chance of rain. Conditions favor passing.
Betting lines, spreads and over/under will be updated closer to kickoff. Market movement is tracking Chicago as home favorite.
How to watch live is via CBS broadcast, Paramount+ streaming and WBBM radio. Live updates will be posted by the Bears official site.
Prediction and Keys to Win for Bears Game Sunday
Three keys for Chicago Bears to get back to back wins: protect the football, win early down efficiency, and pressure Jets quarterback with four-man rush.
Three areas New York Jets must exploit: exploit Bears edge protection, win turnover margin, and control time of possession with run game.
Final score prediction is Bears 24, Jets 17. Fan takeaways will focus on offensive consistency and defensive pressure.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: When is the Bears game Sunday?
- A: Sunday, October 4, 2026 at Soldier Field, Chicago, IL. Kickoff is 1:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM CT in the early window.
- Q: What channel is Bears vs Jets on Sunday?
- A: The game airs on CBS network. Streaming is available on Paramount+ and NFL+. Radio is WBBM 780 AM Chicago.
- Q: What is Chicago’s record heading into Week 4?
- A: Chicago is 2-1 after routing the Eagles 27-7 on Monday Night Football in Week 3.
Extended Reading
Game Preview: Jets vs. Bears | 2026 Week 4 from Chicago Bears official news. After routing the Eagles 27-7 Monday night, the Bears will look to register back-to-back wins.
Chicago Tribune Week 4 updates for Chicago Bears vs New York Jets.
Chicago Sun-Times coverage on Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn shaping each other ahead of Soldier Field matchup.