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The Bears head to Baltimore this weekend riding a four-game winning streak and feeling, for the first time in a long time, like a team beginning to understand itself. But if Chicago wants to stretch that run to five straight, it’ll need to earn it against a Ravens team that’s healthier than it has been in weeks — and still carries enough defensive muscle and playoff DNA to turn Sunday into a measuring-stick game.
All eyes will naturally shift to Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, whose status has dominated headlines throughout the week. Jackson practiced for a third straight day. He has been limited for most of the week, but istrending toward being available for Sunday’s game — and the Bears are preparing as if the former MVP will be the one under center. Whether Baltimore rolls out a slightly hobbled Lamar or pivots again to a backup (more than likely, it would be Tyler Huntley) changes the degree of difficulty, but not the mindset. As Bears Head Coach Ben Johnson put it, Chicago is preparing for the full Baltimore experience.
Roquan Smith #0 of the Baltimore Ravens reacts during an NFL football game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Seattle Seahawks at M&T Bank Stadium on November 05, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty ImagesOf course, one Ravens defender doesn’t need any introduction in Chicago: Roquan Smith. The former Bears All-Pro will get another shot at his old team, this time with a defense that still plays with his signature edge but now wears purple and black. Smith, offensive tackle Ronnie Stanley, and fullback Patrick Ricard are all expected to play, meaning the Ravens should look far closer to their true form than the injury-patched version seen earlier this season. For a Bears team still seeking a complete performance, that’s a significant subplot.
This brings us to Bears quarterback Caleb Williams. Last week’s win against New Orleans pushed the Bears to 4-2, but Williams knows he left too many throws on the field. His completion percentage has dipped in recent weeks, and Sunday offers a chance to course-correct — not with hero-ball, but with rhythm, decision-making, and taking the layups Baltimore’s pressure packages will inevitably leave behind. A bounce-back game from the rookie would go a long way in proving Chicago can win because of its quarterback, not just around him.
Sep 21, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson on the sidelines during the first half against the Dallas Cowboys at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn ImagesBears Coach Ben Johnson would love nothing more than for both phases of the offense to finally click on the same Sunday. The Bears have run the ball well in stretches, and they’ve taken shots when needed, but the balance has rarely aligned across four quarters.
There’s no hiding behind the standings this week. Ravens-Bears isn’t just another game — it’s a legitimacy test. For Chicago, a fifth straight win, in a hostile environment on the road, against a perennial contender, would signal something bigger than momentum. It would feel like arrival.
Chicago Bears Keys to Victory Against the Baltimore Ravens in Week 8
Chicago Bears Keys to Victory Against the Baltimore Ravens in Week 8Game Info
Chicago Bears (2025: 4-2) vs Baltimore Ravens (2025: 1-5)
TV: CBS (Ian Eagle, J.J. Watt, Evan Washburn), NFL Network*Streaming: NFL+ *, ChicagoBears.com, Chicago Bears App, ESPNRadio: ESPN 1000 AM (Jeff Joniak, Tom Thayer, Jason McKie); LATINO MIX 93.5 FM (Omar Ramos)
Kickoff Time: 12:00 PM CTSite: M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, MD.Referee: Shawn SmithOdds: Ravens -6.5, O/U 49.5 (via BetMGM)
Bears Projected Starters
Offense
QB – Caleb Williams RB – D’Andre Swift WR – DJ Moore, Rome Odunze, Olamide Zaccheaus TE – Cole Kmet OL – Theo Benedet, Joe Thuney, Drew Dalman, Jonah Jackson, Darnell WrightDefense
DL – Montez Sweat, Andrew Billings, Gervon Dexter Sr., Dayo Odeyingbo LB – Tremaine Edmunds, T.J. Edwards, Noah Sewell CB – Nahshon Wright, Kyler Gordon S – Kevin Byard III, Jaquan BriskerSpecialists
Cairo Santos (kicker), Tory Taylor (punter, holder), Scott Daly (long snapper), Devin Duvernay (kick and punt returner) Sep 21, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet (85) celebrates his touchdown reception against the Dallas Cowboys with Chicago Bears offensive lineman Theo Benedet (79) during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn ImagesRavens Projected Starters
Offense
QB – Lamar Jackson RB – Derrick Henry WR – Zay Flowers, Rashod Bateman, DeAndre Hopkins TE – Mark Andrews OL – Ronnie Stanley, Andrew Vorhees, Tyler Linderbaum, Daniel Faalele, Roger RosengartenDefense
DL – Travis Jones, John Jenkins, Brent Urban LB – Mike Green, Roquan Smith, Teddye Buchanan, Kyle Van Noy CB – Nate Wiggins, Chidobe Awuzie, Marlon Humphrey S – Alohi Gilman, Kyle HamiltonSpecialists
Tyler Loop (kicker), Jordan Stout (punter, holder), Nick Moore (long snapper), Keaton Mitchell, LaJohntay Wester (kick and punt returner) Jan 28, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) reacts after wide receiver Zay Flowers (4) fumbled for a turnover against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half in the AFC Championship football game at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY SportsThree Bears
Every week, our Chicago Bears writers will give you their Bears player to watch in the matchup ahead. Three Bears is a staple of these previews, and with Bears coverage expanding this season, I thought it would be cool to involve all of the Bears thinkers in the exercise.
Patrick Flowers: Caleb Williams — While I’m not interested in making Caleb Williams’ down performance last week against the Saints anything more than it was, the second-year quarterback admitted it wasn’t good enough for the team, and I fully expect him to come out this week in Baltimore looking for redemption. If Williams can thrive, and the running game can have continued success, we could see that beautiful combination Ben Johnon referred to earlier this week.
Luis Medina: Colston Loveland — I expected Tyler Warren to put up solid numbers for the Colts because he figured to be a primary option in an Indianapolis offense that doesn’t have a ton of playmakers in the passing game. However, seeing Oronde Gadsen II, a fifth-round pick from the 2025 NFL Draft, have back-to-back breakout weeks for the Los Angeles Chargers has me pining for Chicago’s rookie tight end have one of his own. The Ravens have allowed six different tight ends to post games with 4+ catches and 40+ receiving yards. Why can’t Colston Loveland be next?
Matt Rooney: Caleb Williams — He feels like an obvious choice this week. Was he terrible against New Orleans? No. But he wasn’t necessarily good, either. Caleb has done a nice job of bouncing back with strong performances after a meh game. I don’t care what Baltimore’s record is, that’s still a very talented football team that plays in a hostile home environment. This is a great chance for the Bears quarterback to make a statement and win a game no one thought they would when the season kicked off.
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