The Chicago Bears (2-2) face the Washington Commanders (3-2) tonight in the second Week 6 Monday Night Football game at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland.
Coming off their bye week, the Bears aim for a third straight win and look to build momentum.
The Commanders, fresh from a road win over the Chargers, seek to maintain home-field advantage and fend off an improving Chicago squad.
Things to Watch
Matchup of top QB picks
This is Round 2 between Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels, the top two picks of the 2024 NFL Draft. Their duel in primetime again makes this a marquee matchup.
Washington’s wide receiver injuries
Terry McLaurin (quad) and Noah Brown (groin) are both ruled out, leaving gaps in Daniels’ receiving corps. Deebo Samuel’s status is uncertain as well, which makes depth and scheme shifts important for the Commanders.
Bears’ defensive returnees
DB Kyler Gordon is set to make his season debut after recovering from a hamstring injury. LB T.J. Edwards is also returning, bolstering Chicago’s defense against Washington’s run and pass threats.
Offensive line and protection battles
Chicago will start Theo Benedet at left tackle, and their protection against Washington’s edge rushers will matter. The Commanders are also without guard Sam Cosmi (knee), which weakens their protection for Daniels.
Turnover margin & pacing in prime time
With injuries and matchup shifts, the team that flips the turnover margin or makes a key third-down stop may take control. In a tight one, momentum swings in primetime matter.
Injury Report
Chicago Bears
DL Grady Jarrett — Out (Knee)
DL Austin Booker — Questionable (Knee)
RB Travis Homer — Questionable (Calf)
TE Colston Loveland — Questionable (Hip)
K Cairo Santos — Questionable (Right Thigh)
OL Darnell Wright — Questionable (Elbow)
DB Kyler Gordon — Available (Hamstring)
Washington Commanders
WR Terry McLaurin — Out (Quadriceps)
WR Noah Brown — Out (Groin)
WR Deebo Samuel — Questionable (Heel)
RB Chris Rodriguez Jr. — Questionable (Calf)
G Sam Cosmi — Doubtful (Knee)
TE John Bates — Available (Shoulder)
QB Jayden Daniels — Available (Knee)
Predictions
The Commanders still have the edge, particularly with home field and more experience under center in big moments. But the Bears’ additions to their secondary and their defense returning key pieces make this matchup tighter than many expect. If Chicago can pressure Daniels and force errors, they’ll stay in it. But Washington’s offense still has more stable talent, especially in the trenches.
Projected Final Score: Commanders 24, Bears 20
How to Watch Bears vs. Commanders
Kickoff for tonight’s Monday Night Football game between the Chicago Bears and Washington Commanders is set for 8:15 PM Eastern at Northwest Stadium in Landover.
The game airs live on ABC and streams on the ABC and ESPN apps and websites.
You can watch the game for free on your local ABC affiliate with an antenna, or at no additional cost through most existing cable, satellite, or live-TV streaming packages.
If you’re a cord-cutter without an active livestreaming plan, you can watch the game for free by taking advantage of free trials from DIRECTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo TV, or YouTube TV.
YouTube TV even offers a 20-minute free preview, without having to register for a trial — if you just want to catch part of the game.
Chicago Bears vs. Washington Commanders
Date: Monday, October 13, 2025
Time: 8:15 PM Eastern
Venue: Northwest Stadium, Landover, MD
TV: ABC
Streaming: ABC and ESPN apps and websites
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