The Bears are back on the preseason schedule for Week 2, and this one comes with a fresh look after both teams already spent time together in joint practices.
Chicago is riding in after an offensive burst in a 34-10 win over the Cleveland Browns. Cincinnati answered with a 16-14 win of its own, taking care of NFC North rival Detroit Lions. Now the Bears and Bengals meet in a game both sides have had extra time to size up.
For fans trying to find the broadcast, the setup depends on where you’re watching from. In Chicago, the game will air on FOX32 Chicago. In Cincinnati, it will be shown on FOX19 (WXIX) and the Bengals Preseason TV Network.
Streaming-wise, NFL+ is the main option for out-of-market preseason games. Fubo is also available, and it includes a free trial.
Chicago’s injury list is still worth watching closely, starting at quarterback. Tyson Bagent is dealing with a hamstring injury he suffered in the Browns preseason game. With Bagent likely out, Case Keenum is set to start and Miller Moss would finish the game.
Running back Kyle Monangai is another major concern. He injured his knee the day after the Browns preseason game and was later diagnosed with a hyperextended knee injury. He is not expected to play the rest of the preseason and could be in jeopardy of missing Week 1 against the Carolina Panthers.
At cornerback, Tyrique Stevenson has worked his way back onto the field after dealing with an injury. He most likely won’t play in the preseason game, but he remains worth monitoring.
Burden is out for the whole preseason with a groin injury and could play in Week 1. He was not going to play much anyways in the preseason since he is a starter and would not be used in the lineup.
Safety Coby Bryant will be out for most of the 2026 season with a left knee injury, though there is still a possibility he could return late in the year or in the playoffs. The hope is that he will somehow work his way back onto the field sooner rather than later.
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