The NFL season’s second week features a pivotal NFC North matchup as the Minnesota Vikings travel to Chicago to face the Bears at Soldier Field. Both clubs currently hold 1-0 records, but the divisional stakes add significance to the contest, with the victor gaining an advantage toward securing first place and favorable playoff positioning for January 2027.
The game is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 20, with kickoff at 1 p.m. ET and 10 a.m. PT. Broadcasts will air on FOX, which is included in the Sling Blue streaming package.
Sling Blue is priced at $54.99 monthly and provides access to FOX, along with ABC and NBC in designated markets. The service also offers more than 40 additional channels, including Fox Sports, NFL Network, USA Network, and FX. Subscribers also receive complimentary access to the FOX One streaming platform, a service typically valued at $19.99 per month.
For viewers seeking broader sports coverage, the Sling TV Season Pass requires a five-month prepayment starting at $199.99. This tier includes the Orange + Blue plan and the Sling Sports Extra add-on, which unlocks channels such as NFL RedZone, NBA TV, SEC Network, and ESPNU. This combination delivers over 60 channels dedicated to live sports.
All Sling TV subscriptions feature cloud DVR storage for 50 hours, on-demand content, and support for up to three simultaneous streams across smartphones, tablets, laptops, smart TVs, and web browsers. Viewers are advised that channel availability and pricing may vary based on their local market.
Soldier Field in early September is brutal. Hope the stream holds up in the cold wind!
Wait, does the Season Pass cover next year’s games too? The five-month commitment feels risky if they tank.
Finally, a clear breakdown of the costs. Sling Blue is actually affordable for just this rivalry game.