Minnesota's Vikings claim victory over Chicago Bears with a score of 27-24 at Soldier Field.
Chicago Bears Kick Off New Season with Mixed Results
The Chicago Bears kicked off their 2025 season with a Monday night game against the Minnesota Vikings at Soldier Field. The game ended with a score of 27-24 in favour of the Vikings, leaving some Bears fans feeling disappointed.
Before the game, fans gathered at Harry Caray's Restaurant on Navy Pier, starting the day in high spirits. As the evening progressed, tailgate lots outside Soldier Field filled up immediately, with fans eager to show their support for the team.
Hall of Famer Richard Dent stopped by the tailgate to share his thoughts on what makes Chicago special. His presence added to the excitement of the evening, as fans reminisced about the Bears' past successes.
Ben Johnson, the new head coach of the Bears, made his NFL head coaching debut in this game. After spending 14 seasons as an assistant with Miami and Detroit, Johnson is generating high expectations among fans and the business community. J.J. McCarthy, a local from La Grange who won a state title at Nazareth and a national championship at Michigan, started as the quarterback for the Vikings. The Bears countered with Caleb Williams, another draft pick, as their starting quarterback.
Fans at The Staley in the South Loop feel a new chapter for the Bears and hope for consistent winning. The bar, owned by former Bears defensive lineman Israel Idonije, is a popular spot for Bears fans to gather and show their support.
The Bears' last Monday night opener was in 1997, and this game marked a potential break from tradition for some fans. While some are sad about the potential move away from Soldier Field, others view it as a move that could benefit the organization and fans. The Chicago Bears will face the Dallas Cowboys next, and this game will take place in Chicago on September 21, 2025, at 22:25 CET.
Fans heading home from the Bears game on Monday can take advantage of free rides on the CTA. From 10 p.m. until 1 a.m., fans can take the Red, Orange, and Green Line trains at the Roosevelt Station, as well as the No. 146 bus, for free.
The Bears will face the Detroit Lions on Sunday, Sept. 14. Fans are eager to see how the team will perform in their next game and whether they can bounce back from their loss to the Vikings. Regardless of the outcome, it's clear that Bears fans remain passionate and committed to their team.
