Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is set to make his 2025 preseason debut against the Bills after he sat out Week 1. The former No. 1 overall pick watched as Chicago tied the Dolphins, 24-24, behind the trio of Tyson Bagent, Case Keenum and Austin Reed.
Now, Williams will likely face off with another former first-rounder, Mitchell Trubisky, who is the top backup quarterback to reigning MVP Josh Allen.
The Bills got some very good news before their second preseason game. The team reached an agreement with James Cook on a new extension. It's unclear if he'll play on Sunday, but Buffalo now knows its Pro Bowl running back will be ready for the regular season.
Here is everything you need to know about Bears vs. Bills, including TV and streaming options for the preseason game.
What channel is Bears vs. Bills on today?
- TV channel: TSN2
- Live stream: DAZN
Bears vs. Bills will air on TSN2. Viewers can stream the preseason matchup live with DAZN.
DAZN is the best way to keep up with all of the action throughout the 2025 campaign. The streaming service gives subscribers access to every game during the regular season and playoffs, including Super Bowl 60.
Bears vs. Bills start time
- Date: Sunday, Aug. 17
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
Bears vs. Bills will kick off at 8 p.m. ET on Sunday, Aug. 17. The game will be played at Soldier Field in Chicago.
Bears vs. Bills radio station
- Radio channel: SiriusXM channels 88 (Bears broadcast), 380 (Bills broadcast)
You can listen to Bears vs. Bills on SiriusXM. Coverage will be available on channels 88 (Bears broadcast) and 380 (Bills broadcast).
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Bears schedule 2025
Here is Chicago's schedule for the 2025 season:
Bears preseason schedule
| Date | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug. 10 | Bears 24, Dolphins 24 | — | — |
| Aug. 17 | vs. Bills | 8 p.m. | TSN2, DAZN |
| Aug. 22 | at Chiefs | 8:20 p.m. | DAZN |
Bears regular season schedule
| Week | Date | Matchup | Time (ET) |
| 1 | Sept. 8 | vs. Vikings | 8:15 p.m. |
| 2 | Sept. 14 | at Lions | 1 p.m. |
| 3 | Sept. 21 | vs. Cowboys | 4:25 p.m. |
| 4 | Sept. 28 | at Raiders | 4:25 p.m. |
| 5 | BYE | — | — |
| 6 | Oct. 13 | at Commanders | 8:15 p.m. |
| 7 | Oct. 19 | vs. Saints | 1 p.m. |
| 8 | Oct. 26 | at Ravens | 1 p.m. |
| 9 | Nov. 2 | at Bengals | 1 p.m. |
| 10 | Nov. 9 | vs. Giants | 1 p.m. |
| 11 | Nov. 16 | at Vikings | 1 p.m. |
| 12 | Nov. 23 | vs. Steelers | 1 p.m. |
| 13 | Nov. 28 | at Eagles | 3 p.m. |
| 14 | Dec. 7 | at Packers | 1 p.m. |
| 15 | Dec. 14 | vs. Browns | 1 p.m. |
| 16 | Dec. 20 | vs. Packers | TBD |
| 17 | Dec. 28 | at 49ers | 8:20 p.m. |
| 18 | TBD | vs. Lions | TBD |
Bills schedule 2025
Here is Buffalo's schedule for the 2025 season:
Bills preseason schedule
| Date | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug. 9 | Giants 34, Bills 25 | — | — |
| Aug. 17 | at Bears | 8 p.m. | TSN2, DAZN |
| Aug. 23 | at Buccaneers | 7:30 p.m. | DAZN |
Bills regular season schedule
| Week | Date | Matchup | Time (ET) |
| 1 | Sept. 7 | vs. Ravens | 8:20 p.m. |
| 2 | Sept. 14 | at Jets | 1 p.m. |
| 3 | Sept. 18 | vs. Dolphins | 8:15 p.m. |
| 4 | Sept. 28 | vs. Saints | 1 p.m. |
| 5 | Oct. 5 | vs. Patriots | 8:20 p.m. |
| 6 | Oct. 13 | at Falcons | 7:15 p.m. |
| 7 | BYE | — | — |
| 8 | Oct. 26 | at Panthers | 1 p.m. |
| 9 | Nov. 2 | vs. Chiefs | 4:25 p.m. |
| 10 | Nov. 9 | at Dolphins | 1 p.m. |
| 11 | Nov. 16 | vs. Buccaneers | 1 p.m. |
| 12 | Nov. 20 | at Texans | 8:15 p.m. |
| 13 | Nov. 30 | at Steelers | 4:25 p.m. |
| 14 | Dec. 7 | vs. Bengals | 4:25 p.m. |
| 15 | Dec. 14 | at Patriots | 1 p.m. |
| 16 | Dec. 21 | at Browns | 1 p.m. |
| 17 | Dec. 28 | vs. Eagles | 4:25 p.m. |
| 18 | TBD | vs. Jets | TBD |
NFL preseason schedule 2025: Week 2
Here is the full schedule for Week 2 of the 2025 NFL preseason:
Friday, Aug. 15
| Game | Time (ET) | TV channel/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Falcons vs. Titans | 7 p.m. | DAZN |
| Seahawks vs. Chiefs | 10 p.m. | TSN2, DAZN |
Saturday, Aug. 16
| Game | Time (ET) | TV channel/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Lions vs. Dolphins | 1 p.m. | TSN2, DAZN |
| Colts vs. Packers | 1 p.m. | DAZN |
| Vikings vs. Patriots | 1 p.m. | DAZN |
| Eagles vs. Browns | 1 p.m. | DAZN |
| Texans vs. Panthers | 1 p.m. | DAZN |
| Raiders vs. 49ers | 4 p.m. | DAZN |
| Cowboys vs. Ravens | 7 p.m. | DAZN |
| Rams vs. Chargers | 7 p.m. | DAZN |
| Giants vs. Jets | 7 p.m. | DAZN |
| Steelers vs. Buccaneers | 7 p.m. | DAZN |
| Broncos vs. Cardinals | 9:30 p.m. | TSN2, DAZN |
Sunday, Aug. 17
| Game | Time (ET) | TV channel/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Saints vs. Jaguars | 1 p.m. | DAZN |
| Bears vs. Bills | 8 p.m. | TSN2, DAZN |
Monday, Aug. 18
| Game | Time (ET) | TV channel/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Commanders vs. Bengals | 8 p.m. | TSN1/3/5, DAZN |