The Chicago Bears travel to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a prime-time matchup on Sunday, November 8, 2026. The game serves as the final contest before the Bears' bye week, putting rookie quarterback Caleb Williams and offensive coordinator Ben Johnson in a high-profile test.
Williams, the first overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, has shown flashes of brilliance in his debut season. Johnson, who joined the Bears' coaching staff this year, has been tasked with developing the young quarterback and designing an offense that maximizes his skill set.
Both Williams and Johnson will look to build momentum heading into the break, while the Buccaneers aim to defend their home field in a nationally televised game.
