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Both the Bears and 49ers are already locked into postseason berths. Where will they start their playoff exploits?

That remains up in the air.

Both sides represent the cream of the crop in their respective divisions, with Chicago climbing to the top of the NFC North amid a torrent of Caleb Williams touchdown passes and interceptions by Kevin Byard, Nahshon Wright and Terrell Edmunds. The Bears’ most recent feat saw them rally to beat the Packers at Soldier Field in overtime. They’re one win away from a divisional crown, their first since 2018.

STREAM: Watch Bears vs. 49ers LIVE with Peacock

San Francisco, meanwhile, finds itself in the hunt for the NFC West title. Kyle Shanahan’s side could be peaking at the right time — Brock Purdy is fresh off a five-touchdown day against the Colts, by far his best display of the regular season. A win against an upstart Chicago side would go a long way toward cementing San Francisco’s place as one of the conference’s truest contenders just weeks before the postseason kicks off.

The Sporting News is tracking live updates from Sunday night’s matchup between Chicago and San Francisco. Follow below for highlights, live results and more from a clash of two of the NFC’s best prizefighters.

Bears vs. 49ers score

 

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Bears vs. 49ers live updates, highlights from Sunday Night Football

(All times Eastern)

8:25 p.m.: TOUCHDOWN! On the first play of the game, Jaylon Johnson deflects Brock Purdy’s pass! It lands in T.J. Edwards’ hands, who proceeds to take it the distance to open the scoring! What a start!

Bears 7, 49ers 0

8:20 p.m.: And we’re off! The Niners start with possession of the ball.

7:30 p.m.: Here’s a look at both sides’ inactive lists ahead of tonight’s contest. D.J. Moore is good to go for Chicago while George Kittle misses out for the Niners.

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Where to watch Bears vs. 49ers 

Bears vs. 49ers start time

  • Date: Sunday, Dec. 28
  • Time: 8:20 p.m. ET 

Chicago and San Francisco’s “Sunday Night Football” clash will kick off at 8:20 p.m. ET. The game will be played at Levi’s Stadium in San Francisco, where the 49ers are 4-2 this season. 

What channel is Bears vs. 49ers on today?

  • TV Channel: NBC
  • Live stream: Peacock

Sunday’s matchup between the Bears and 49ers will be aired on NBC nationally. Mike Tirico and Cris Collinsworth will be on the call, while Melissa Stark will offer musings from the sideline.

Cord-cutters can find the action on Peacock. 

NFL Week 17 schedule 

Thursday, December 25 (Christmas Day)

Date Game Time (ET) Broadcast
Thu, Dec. 25 Cowboys at Commanders 1:00 p.m. Netflix
Thu, Dec. 25 Lions at Vikings 4:30 p.m. Netflix
Thu, Dec. 25 Broncos at Chiefs 8:15 p.m. Prime Video

Saturday, December 27

Date Game Time (ET) Broadcast
Sat, Dec. 27 Texans at Chargers 4:30 p.m. NFL Network
Sat, Dec. 27 Ravens at Packers 8:00 p.m. Peacock (Exclusive)

Sunday, December 28

Date Game Time (ET) Broadcast
Sun, Dec. 28 Buccaneers at Dolphins 1:00 p.m. FOX
Sun, Dec. 28 Steelers at Browns 1:00 p.m. CBS
Sun, Dec. 28 Cardinals at Bengals 1:00 p.m. FOX
Sun, Dec. 28 Jaguars at Colts 1:00 p.m. FOX
Sun, Dec. 28 Seahawks at Panthers 1:00 p.m. CBS
Sun, Dec. 28 Patriots at Jets 1:00 p.m. FOX
Sun, Dec. 28 Saints at Titans 1:00 p.m. CBS
Sun, Dec. 28 Giants at Raiders 4:05 p.m. CBS
Sun, Dec. 28 Eagles at Bills 4:25 p.m. FOX
Sun, Dec. 28 Bears at 49ers 8:20 p.m. NBC/Peacock

Monday, December 29

Date Game Time (ET) Broadcast
Mon, Dec. 29 Rams at Falcons 8:15 p.m. ESPN

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