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The season finale is here. Here's where to watch the Detroit Lions take on the Chicago Bears, including TV channel and kickoff time.
On third downs, he’s much higher in the rankings across the board:
Ben Johnson’s Chicago Bears host Detroit, now headed to the playoffs in his first season with the franchise. Even though a win would likely mean a worse draft pick for the Lions and potentially a tougher schedule next season, it’s hard to see a Dan Campbell team rolling over against the Bears and his former offensive coordinator.
Will the Bears get revenge on the Lions, or will Detroit play spoiler? Follow along for live updates and highlights from Sunday's game.
With the rosters as currently constructed and Chicago playing at home, the Bears should probably tap dance over the Lions and feel really good about their playoff shot. But the Bears are only a slight favorite over the Lions, and it's probably because we don't know how much Ben Johnson will play his stars in the final game.
Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions didn’t reach their ultimate goal this season, but they finished on a high note Sunday against the team that did. Goff
The Lions blew a 16-0 fourth-quarter lead but kicked the winning field goal to end their season on a high note.
Detroit Lions place kicker Jake Bates (39) celebrates with his team after making the kick to give the Lions a, 19-16, win over the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field, Jan. 4, 2026 in Chicago. (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune)
The Detroit Lions closed 2025 with a walk-off 19-16 winner at the Chicago Bears. Take a look back at the highlights.