Announcers set for Bears vs. Bucs Week 9 game

The Chicago Bears host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 9 in prime time, with Chicago aiming to move to 7-2 when the game airs on NBC. The matchup is set for Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026, at 7:15 p.m. CT at Soldier Field. Mike Tirico calls the play-by-play, with Cris Collinsworth as analyst and Melissa Stark reporting from the sideline. The Bears are coming off a 34-17 win over the Seattle Seahawks, where they topped 200 passing yards (247), had three rushing TDs, and recorded three sacks and a fourth-quarter interception after adding All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons. Tampa Bay follows a 16-0 win over the Falcons, featuring 324 rushing yards, 4 interceptions, and a scoreless passing day for Baker Mayfield (0-for-3).