The Kansas City Chiefs will wrap up their preseason with a game against the Chicago Bears at Arrowhead Stadium. Both teams are expected to rest their starters, giving fringe players a chance to make their mark in this final preseason test.
For Chiefs fans, it’s all about evaluating depth and getting one last look at the roster before the regular season kicks off (and maybe a win under their belt before they start their campaign for a Super Bowl hat trick).
Bears vs. Chiefs: Announcers, Broadcast Details, and More
- Date: Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024
- Time: 7:20 p.m. CT
- Location: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, Mo.
- TV Channel: NFL Network, FOX32
- Announcers: Adam Amin (play-by-play), Jim Miller (analyst), Lou Canellis (sideline)
- Streaming Options: FuboTV (with a free trial available)
- Radio: ESPN 1000 – Chicago; 38 the Spot – Kansas City
- Satellite Radio: Bears feed: XM 381 | Chiefs feed: XM 225
- Betting lines:
- Spread: CHI -1.5
- Total: 32.5
- Moneyline: Bears -125, Chiefs +105
As the preseason winds down, both teams will look for performances from players fighting for roster spots.
The final week of the NFL preseason often leaves fans both excited and frustrated. The regular season is just around the corner, yet the starters usually take a back seat in the preseason finale.
Though the week between the preseason and Week 1 of the regular season might feel like a month, the unpredictability and parity through the league will take center stage soon enough.
Bears vs. Chiefs Game Preview
This matchup between the Chiefs and the Bears may not feature big names like Patrick Mahomes or rookie sensation Caleb Williams, but it’s anything but meaningless.
For the Chiefs, this game is all about fine-tuning their already-stacked roster. With perhaps the most talent-laden team in the league, every player on the bubble knows that even the slightest mistake could cost them a spot on the Chiefs’ roster.
The starters are already showing signs of midseason form, so the Chiefs don’t need to risk any injuries before the real action begins.
The Bears, on the other hand, are in a unique situation. They have the first overall draft pick playing under center, but they are not in a rebuilding phase. They are expected to be major players in the NFC North, with a playoff spot being at the forefront of everyone’s mind.
Thursday night’s game offers them a final chance to find chinks in their armor and address the uncertainties.
Bears head coach Matt Eberflus has already indicated that most of his starters will sit this one out, especially after having an extra preseason game under their belts from the Hall of Fame Game.
With a short week of preparation, it’s smart to keep the key players fresh for when it really matters. While this game might not feature the headline-grabbing stars, it’s crucial for those looking to impress team management and earn their place on final rosters.
