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The Chicago Bears host the Green Bay Packers in an NFC wild card playoff game at Soldier Field on Saturday, Jan. 10, with kickoff scheduled for 7 p.m. CT. National television coverage is available on Prime Video and FOX32 in the Chicago area, while Sky Sports will carry the game in the U.K. Local streaming options include NFL+ for Chicago-area fans and international access via Game Pass International and DAZN outside the U.S., Canada and China. Radio coverage in Chicago comes from ESPN Chicago (1000 AM, 100.3 FM HD2) and Latino Mix 93.5 FM (Spanish).
Key Takeaways
- Kickoff: Saturday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. CT at Soldier Field in Chicago.
- Television/Streaming (U.S.): Prime Video (national) and FOX32 Chicago for the local market; Sky Sports carries the game in the U.K.
- Streaming restrictions: NFL+ provides in-market streaming for Chicago-area users; Game Pass International/DAZN handle international streaming outside the U.S., Canada and China.
- National broadcast team: Al Michaels (play-by-play), Kirk Herbstreit (analyst) and Kaylee Hartung (sideline reporter).
- Radio: ESPN Chicago (1000 AM, 100.3 FM HD2) and Latino Mix 93.5 FM (Spanish); ESPN Chicago’s radio team includes Jeff Joniak (play-by-play), Tom Thayer (analyst) and Jason McKie (sideline).
- Pregame TV: Bears Gameday Live begins at 12:30 p.m. CT on FOX32 Chicago; Bears Postgame Live will air on Marquee Sports Network immediately after the game and stream on ChicagoBears.com and the Chicago Bears Official App.
- Local fan options: Official Miller Lite Chicago Bears Headquarters Bars and the Bears Bars database list watch locations across Chicagoland and beyond.
Background
The Bears-Packers rivalry is one of the NFL’s longest-standing intradivision matchups, and a playoff meeting at Soldier Field amplifies regional interest on both sides of the Wisconsin–Illinois border. Jan. 10’s wild card matchup arrives after the regular season determined seeding and home-field assignment; Chicago hosts the single-elimination game. Broadcasting arrangements reflect the modern mix of national streaming and local over-the-air access: Prime Video holds streaming rights for this game while FOX retains a local broadcast feed in Chicago.
Radio remains a vital option for fans at home and on the move: ESPN Chicago carries English-language coverage, while Latino Mix 93.5 FM provides a Spanish-language broadcast sponsored by PNC. The club’s digital channels and official app offer supplemental content, in-game scoring and highlights intended to reach fans who cannot attend in person or who are outside traditional broadcast footprints.
Main Event
Television viewers in the Chicago area can watch the game on FOX32 Chicago; nationally the game is available through Prime Video’s sports stream. Sky Sports will carry the broadcast for audiences in the United Kingdom. For viewers outside the U.S., Canada and China, Game Pass International and DAZN will provide access under their international rights agreements.
In-market streaming is available through NFL+ for Chicago-area subscribers, subject to the platform’s local-rights rules. The national broadcast team for the Prime Video presentation will include Al Michaels on play-by-play, Kirk Herbstreit as analyst and Kaylee Hartung reporting from the sideline, providing play calls and field reports during the telecast.
On radio, ESPN Chicago will air its pregame show beginning at 5 p.m. CT, with Marc “Silvy” Silverman, Dionne Miller and former Bears receiver Tom Waddle hosting; Silverman will also handle halftime duties. The radio postgame show—hosted by John Jurkovic and Peggy Kusinski—will run for two hours following the end of each game. Spanish-language radio coverage on Latino Mix 93.5 FM features Omar Ramos as the play-by-play voice.
Pre- and postgame television programming includes Bears Gameday Live (12:30 p.m. CT start on FOX32 Chicago) and Bears Postgame Live on Marquee Sports Network immediately after the final whistle. Marquee’s carriage varies by provider; viewers should check local channel lineups or the Marquee website for availability in their market.
Analysis & Implications
The distribution mix for this wild card game illustrates two trends: growing reliance on streaming platforms for marquee games and the persistence of local broadcast and radio to serve in-market audiences. Prime Video’s national stream broadens reach but can complicate access for some fans who rely on traditional cable or antenna service; FOX32’s local feed preserves a free, over-the-air option in Chicago. For supporters traveling or living abroad, Game Pass International and DAZN fill gaps left by U.S.-centric platforms, though blackout and licensing rules create regional differences.
NFL+ continues to position itself as the league’s direct-to-consumer offering, but the service’s in-market restrictions mean many Chicago viewers must use the local FOX stream or a participating pay-TV provider. That fragmentation can drive higher local engagement at bars and watch parties; the Bears and partners promote official Miller Lite Headquarters Bars and a broader Bears Bars database to aggregate viewing locations for traveling fans.
For advertisers and sponsors, playoff telecasts combine national exposure (Prime Video) with strong local impressions (FOX32, ESPN Chicago, Marquee). Teams and rights holders may use postgame programming—like Marquee and team app content—to deepen fan engagement through exclusive interviews, analysis and highlight packages, a valuable complement to the live-window broadcast.
Comparison & Data
| Platform | Where Available | How to Access |
|---|---|---|
| FOX32 Chicago | Chicago area (over-the-air and local cable) | Antenna or local cable/satellite provider |
| Prime Video | National (U.S.) | Prime Video app or website with compatible subscription |
| NFL+ | Chicago-area in-market streaming | NFL+ subscription via app/website (subject to local blackout rules) |
| Game Pass International / DAZN | Outside U.S., Canada and China | Subscription to Game Pass International or DAZN where licensed |
The table summarizes the principal viewing options and their primary footprints. In-market fans should confirm NFL+ eligibility before the game; out-of-market international viewers should verify Game Pass or DAZN availability in their country. Local carriage of Marquee Sports Network varies by cable and streaming provider, so viewers should consult provider listings or the Marquee site to find channels in their area.
Reactions & Quotes
Team and broadcast partners issued schedule details and promotional information in the club’s viewing guide; the lines below are taken from those official communications and contextualized for viewers planning to watch.
“Bears Gameday Live brought to you by Advocate Health Care will start at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday and can be seen in the Chicago area on FOX32 Chicago.”
Chicago Bears (official)
This announcement sets viewer expectations for extended pregame coverage on local television and clarifies the start time for team-produced content. Fans seeking in-depth analysis and interviews should tune to FOX32 Chicago beginning at 12:30 p.m. CT for team features, injury updates and live pregame segments.
“Bears gameday Spanish radio broadcasts are brought to you by PNC.”
Chicago Bears (official)
The Spanish-language partnership and the naming sponsor detail confirm availability and sponsorship of the Latino Mix 93.5 FM transmission. Spanish-speaking listeners should tune to 93.5 FM in the Chicagoland area or check the Bears’ digital platforms for streaming alternatives.
Unconfirmed
- Marquee Sports Network channel availability varies by provider and market; exact carriage in some suburbs may still require confirmation via local provider listings.
- Any last-minute sideline reporting assignments or substitution in broadcast personnel have not been separately confirmed beyond the team’s published schedule.
Bottom Line
Saturday’s 7 p.m. CT kickoff at Soldier Field is available through multiple channels: Prime Video and FOX32 Chicago are the primary televised options, while NFL+ offers in-market streaming for Chicago-area subscribers and Game Pass International/DAZN serve many international viewers. Radio remains a reliable alternative, with ESPN Chicago and Latino Mix 93.5 FM providing English and Spanish coverage respectively.
Fans should confirm platform access and local channel lineups in advance—especially if relying on NFL+ or Marquee Sports Network—so they are positioned for pregame programming and timely in-game coverage. For those away from home, the Bears Bars database and official Miller Lite Headquarters Bars list provide vetted group-viewing locations.
Sources
- Chicago Bears — Where to watch, listen and stream (official)
- NFL+ (official) — league streaming service and in-market information
- Prime Video Sports (official) — platform carrying the national stream
- Marquee Sports Network (regional network) — postgame programming and local carriage information
- DAZN (official) — international streaming partner