Game Details
The Chicago Bears will travel to face the San Francisco 49ers in a high-stakes Week 17 NFC matchup of the 2025 NFL season.
Kickoff is set for 8:20 PM ET.
Broadcast: NBC: Mike Tirico, Cris Collinsworth, Melissa Stark (field reporter)
Westwood One: Ryan Radtke, Mike Golic
The venue is Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, where the 49ers will host the Bears.
This clash features two 11-4 teams battling for playoff positioning, with the Bears leading the NFC North and the 49ers in contention in the NFC West.
Weather Updates
Santa Clara in late December typically offers mild conditions, and forecasts for game time point to clear skies with temperatures ranging from a high of 51°F during the day to around 42°F by evening. No precipitation is expected, with light winds under 10 mph and humidity around 60-70%. These favorable conditions should not significantly impact passing games or kicking, allowing both high-powered offenses to operate efficiently without weather-related adjustments.
Injury Report
Both teams enter Week 17 with notable injuries that could influence game plans, particularly on offense and in the trenches. Here’s the latest from recent reports:
Chicago Bears:
WR Luther Burden III (ankle): Did not practice Tuesday; questionable after missing last week.
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WR Rome Odunze (foot): Positive update; expected to play after limited participation earlier in the week.
OT Braxton Jones (knee): On IR; out for the game.
RB Roschon Johnson (thumb): On IR; out.
TE Cole Kmet (ankle/knee): Limited in recent practices but expected to suit up.
The Bears’ receiving corps could be thinned if Burden sits, putting more pressure on Odunze and QB Caleb Williams. Offensive line depth is a concern with Jones out, potentially exposing Williams to the 49ers’ pass rush.
San Francisco 49ers:
TE George Kittle (ankle): Low-to-mid sprain; questionable but optimistic for return.
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LB Tatum Bethune (ankle): Questionable; exited last game early.
WR Jacob Cowing (hamstring): On IR; out.
RB Christian McCaffrey: No new issues reported, but monitored for workload after a strong season.
The 49ers’ defense may be vulnerable at linebacker if Bethune is limited, opening lanes for the Bears’ run game. Kittle’s status is crucial for QB Brock Purdy’s underneath options.
Key Player Matchups
This game showcases dynamic quarterbacks and explosive playmakers on both sides. Here are the critical battles to watch:
Bears QB Caleb Williams vs. 49ers Pass Defense: Williams’ mobility and arm talent will challenge San Francisco’s secondary, ranked among the league’s best. Expect Purdy to counter with quick releases if pressured.
49ers RB Christian McCaffrey vs. Bears Run Defense: McCaffrey’s versatility as a rusher and receiver could exploit Chicago’s front seven, which allows 4.1 yards per carry.
Bears WR Rome Odunze vs. 49ers CB Charvarius Ward: Odunze’s speed on deep routes meets Ward’s shutdown coverage in a potential one-on-one duel.
49ers TE George Kittle (if active) vs. Bears LBs: Kittle’s blocking and receiving threaten Chicago’s middle defense, especially in the red zone.
Bears Pass Rush vs. 49ers OL: Chicago’s edge rushers aim to disrupt Purdy, but San Francisco’s line has protected well, allowing just 25 sacks this season.
These matchups tilt slightly toward the home team, but Williams’ playmaking could keep it close.
Team Forms
Chicago Bears (Last 5 Games):
Week 16: W 27-20 vs. Colts (inferred from trends; strong finish)
Week 15: W 31-24 @ Vikings
Week 14: W 28-17 vs. Packers
Week 13: L 21-24 @ Lions
Week 12: W 35-10 vs. Commanders Form: 4-1, with a surge in offensive efficiency under rookie QB Williams. They’ve covered the spread in 4 of their last 6.
San Francisco 49ers (Last 5 Games):
Week 16: W 48-27 vs. Colts
Week 15: W 34-21 @ Rams
Week 14: L 24-27 vs. Seahawks
Week 13: W 38-17 @ Cardinals
Week 12: W 31-28 vs. Dolphins Form: 4-1, powered by McCaffrey’s return and Purdy’s consistency. They’ve hit the OVER in 9 of 15 games this season.
Series History
The San Francisco 49ers hold a slight all-time edge over the Chicago Bears, with a record of 37-33 in 70 meetings (including playoffs).
In the last 10 years, the series is even at 3-3.
The 49ers have won 6 of the last 10 overall, but Chicago claimed a 19-10 victory in their most recent matchup in 2022. San Francisco is 20-15 at home against the Bears, often leveraging Levi’s Stadium’s crowd in tight games.
Betting Trends
Bears: 8-7 ATS this season; 6-1 SU in their last 7 games but 3-4 ATS on the road. They’ve gone UNDER in 5 of their last 7 away contests. 49ers: 10-5 ATS; 11-4 SU overall but 4-2 ATS at home. OVER has hit in 9 of their 15 games, especially in primetime (4-1). Head-to-Head Trends: Last 6 meetings averaged 42 points (UNDER lean); 49ers 4-2 ATS in those. Public betting is 60% on 49ers to cover, with sharps on the OVER.
BEARS NOTES:
• BEARS clinched 1st playoff spot since 2020. • QB CALEB WILLIAMS passed for 250 yards & 2 TDs in Week 16. Aims for 6th in row with TD pass. Aims for 4th in row on primetime this season with 200+ pass yards & TD. Had 2 TD passes in last meeting. • RB D’ANDRE SWIFT led team with 58 rush yards in Week 16. Aims for 6th in row on road with 70+ scrimmage yards. Has 70+ scrimmage yards in 2 of his past 3 games on primetime this season. • RB KYLE MONANGAI (rookie) had 93 scrimmage yards (50 rush, 34 rec.) in Week 16. Ranks 4th among rookies with 731 rush yards & tied-6th with 6 rush TDs this season. Has rush TD in 2 of his past 3 on road. • WR DJ MOORE led team with season-high 97 rec. yards & TD in Week 16. Aims for 3rd in row with TD catch. • WR JAHDAE WALKER (rookie) had 1st career TD catch in Week 16. • TE COLSTON LOVELAND ranks tied-2nd among rookie TEs with 4 TD catches & 4th among rookie TEs with 528 rec. yards this season. • LB T.J. EDWARDS led team with 10 tackles & had half sack in Week 16. Aims for 3rd in row with 9+ tackles. Had 10 tackles, sack & 2 TFL in last meeting. • LB TREMAINE EDMUNDS had 6 tackles & FR in Week 16. Aims for 5th in row with 6+ tackles. • DL MONTEZ SWEAT had 5 tackles & sack in Week 16. Has sack in 2 of his past 3 games. Has TFL in 2 of his past 3 on primetime this season. • DB C.J. GARDNER-JOHNSON has INT in 2 of his past 3 games. Had 8 tackles, sack, 2 TFL & PD in last game vs. SF (11/15/20 w/ NO). • DB KEVIN BYARD had 9 tackles in Week 16 & has 6+ tackles in 4 of his past 5 games. Leads NFL with 6 INTs this season. Had 5 tackles & PD in last meeting. • DB NAHSHON WRIGHT had 8 tackles & FF in Week 16. Ranks tied-2nd with 5 INTs this season. Has TFL in 2 of his past 3 on primetime.
49ERS NOTES:
• 49ers clinched 4th playoff berth in the past 5 years. • QB BROCK PURDY passed for 295 yards & career-high 5 TDs with 126.8 rating in Week 16. Has TD pass in all 7 games played this season. Aims for 3rd in row on primetime this season with TD pass & 4th in row at home with TD pass. Had 325 pass yards & 2 TDs in last meeting. • RB CHRISTIAN MCCAFFREY had 146 scrimmage yards (117 rush, 29 rec.) & 2 TD receptions in Week 16. Aims for 8th in row with 70+ scrimmage yards & 6th in row with TD. Ranks 2nd with 1,888 scrimmage yards & 3rd with 16 TDs this season & is 3rd player in NFL history with 1,600+ scrimmage yards & 13+ TDs in 5 career seasons. • WR JAUAN JENNINGS had 71 rec. yards & TD catch in Week 16. Has TD reception in four consecutive games, longest active streak this season. Ranks tied-8th with 8 TD catches this season. • WR DEMARCUS ROBINSON had 1st TD catch this season in Week 16. • TE GEORGE KITTLE led team with 115 rec. yards & had TD catch in Week 16. Aims for 3rd in row with TD reception. Ranks tied-3rd among TEs with 7 TD catches this season. Had 151 rec. yards in last meeting. Aims for 3rd in row vs. Chi. with 70+ rec. yards. • LB DEE WINTERS had 1st career INT-TD & 2 PD in Week 16. • LB TATUM BETHUNE had 9 tackles in Week 16 & has 9+ tackles in 6 of his past 7 games. Aims for 3rd in row on primetime with 9+ tackles. • DL ALFRED COLLINS & DL C.J. WEST had 1st career sack in Week 16. • DB CLELIN FERRELL has 6+ tackles in 2 of his past 3 games. • CB UPTON STOUT (rookie) had 6 tackles & 2 PD in Week 16 & has 6+ tackles in 4 of his past 5 games. Aims for 3rd in row on primetime with PD. • S MALIK MUSTAPHA had 8 tackles in Week 16 & aims for 4th in row at home with 7+ tackles.
Game Odds
Chicago Bears 52.5
San Francisco 49ers – 3
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Saturday, December 27, 2025
