🚨 SCHEDULE UPDATE: CHICAGO BEARS vs. PHILADELPHIA EAGLES — TIME CHANGE NOTICE
Football fans across Chicago and Philadelphia are paying close attention to the latest scheduling information surrounding one of the most anticipated matchups of NFL Week 3.
The CHICAGO BEARS are set to host the PHILADELPHIA EAGLES on Monday, September 28, 2026, at Soldier Field, creating a prime-time atmosphere in Chicago for what promises to be a closely watched NFC matchup.
Despite growing discussion online about a possible schedule adjustment, the latest official listings continue to show the game at 8:15 p.m. Eastern Time, or 7:15 p.m. Central Time. The NFL, Bears and Eagles all currently list the original Monday Night Football kickoff, with ESPN and ABC carrying the national broadcast.
That clarification is important for fans making travel plans, organizing watch parties or preparing to attend the game at Soldier Field.
For Chicago supporters, this will be another opportunity to see the Bears under the bright lights of prime time. The team enters the matchup at 1-1, having opened the season with a high-scoring victory before falling to Minnesota in Week 2.
The Bears began the season with an impressive offensive performance against Carolina, winning 59-37. One week later, however, Chicago experienced a very different game against the Vikings, losing 9-3 in a defensive battle at Soldier Field.
That contrast has made the upcoming meeting with Philadelphia particularly intriguing.
The Eagles arrive in Chicago with a 2-0 record after victories over Washington and Tennessee. Philadelphia defeated Washington 24-22 in Week 1 and followed that with a 24-20 road victory over the Titans.
Philadelphia will therefore enter Monday night’s contest looking to continue its undefeated start, while Chicago will be trying to respond after its difficult Week 2 result.
The prime-time setting adds another layer to the matchup.
Monday Night Football brings a national audience, and both organizations understand the significance of performing well when the entire league is watching. For the Bears, the home-field environment at Soldier Field could provide an important boost. For the Eagles, the challenge will be handling the atmosphere while maintaining the consistency that has produced their 2-0 start.
One of the biggest storylines surrounding Chicago is the status of quarterback Caleb Williams.
Williams has been at the center of the Bears’ offense since arriving in Chicago, and his availability is naturally one of the most closely followed issues heading into the game. Any developments involving the quarterback should be confirmed through official team updates before fans draw conclusions from social-media reports.
Philadelphia’s preparation is also being shaped by the uncertainty surrounding Chicago’s quarterback situation. Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio has discussed the Bears’ offensive threat and emphasized preparation for Chicago’s rushing attack. The Eagles’ official coverage indicates that Philadelphia’s defense is preparing for the challenge presented by the Bears’ offense rather than relying on assumptions about one particular player.
That could become especially important against a Chicago offense capable of creating opportunities both through the air and on the ground.
On the other side, Philadelphia brings an offense led by Jalen Hurts, who has helped the Eagles navigate the opening two weeks successfully. The Eagles have already demonstrated an ability to win close games, something that could become valuable again if Monday night’s matchup develops into another tight contest.
The Eagles’ early-season results have also demonstrated resilience. Their 24-22 victory over Washington and 24-20 win against Tennessee were both decided by relatively small margins, meaning Philadelphia has already faced situations in which execution late in the game mattered.
Chicago will have to find a way to limit those opportunities.
For the Bears, the challenge is not simply about stopping Philadelphia’s offense. The team will also need to establish rhythm offensively and avoid the kind of stalled possessions that contributed to the low-scoring loss against Minnesota.
The difference between Chicago’s two opening games illustrates just how unpredictable an NFL season can be. The Bears scored 59 points in Week 1 but managed only three points the following week. Against Philadelphia, consistency will be one of the major themes.
And the schedule itself remains clear.
According to the NFL’s official Week 3 listing, Eagles at Bears is scheduled for Monday, September 28 at 8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN. The Bears list the local kickoff as 7:15 p.m. CT, with ESPN and ABC carrying the broadcast. Philadelphia’s official announcement likewise lists the 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff and confirms ESPN and ABC as the national television outlets.
Fans should therefore be careful with posts claiming that CBS or another network has already moved the game to a different time. The current official information does not show such a change.
For viewers in Chicago, the game begins at 7:15 p.m. Central Time.
For viewers on the East Coast, kickoff is 8:15 p.m. Eastern Time.
And for everyone inside Soldier Field, the atmosphere should be unmistakable.
The Bears will be playing under the Monday night lights against one of the NFL’s unbeaten teams. Philadelphia will arrive with confidence after a 2-0 start. Chicago will be searching for a response after its defensive battle with Minnesota.
The matchup also provides an early opportunity for both teams to establish momentum heading deeper into the season.
Philadelphia wants to remain unbeaten.
Chicago wants to get back on track.
And both teams know that prime-time games can create moments that define the conversation around a season.
So while reports of a possible time adjustment may continue to circulate, the most important information for fans right now is straightforward:
PHILADELPHIA EAGLES at CHICAGO BEARS.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2026.
8:15 P.M. ET / 7:15 P.M. CT.
SOLDIER FIELD.
ESPN AND ABC.
Unless the NFL or the teams announce an official change, that remains the schedule fans should plan around.
The countdown continues.
Chicago is getting ready.
Philadelphia is coming to town.
And when the lights come on at Soldier Field, the schedule discussion will finally give way to the game itself.
