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Steelers vs. Bears: Rodgers’ Status Uncertain as Historic Rivalry Renews
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Fans eager to watch the Week 12 NFL matchup between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Chicago Bears have a multitude of options, but the biggest question mark surrounding the game remains the health of Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers. pittsburgh (6-4) travels to Soldier Field to face Chicago (7-3) on Sunday, November 24, 2025, at 1 p.m. ET in a contest pitting an AFC North contender against an NFC north leader.
Rodgers’ Injury Clouds Steelers’ Outlook
The status of veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers is uncertain as he battles a slight fracture in his non-throwing hand sustained during last week’s 34-12 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. Rodgers was limited in practice throughout the week, missing Wednesday’s session entirely and participating in a limited capacity on thursday and friday. “He appeared to have a brace of some sort on his wrist and took snaps from the shotgun formation” on Thursday, according to reports.
A History Stacked Against the Steelers
The steelers have historically struggled in Chicago, boasting a dismal 8-34 record at Soldier Field. This marks only the 10th meeting between the two franchises since 2000, with the Steelers winning just three of those encounters. The Bears have won the last three matchups, including a 24-17 victory in Pittsburgh last season.
How to Watch Steelers vs. Bears
The game will be broadcast nationally on CBS, with coverage beginning at 1 p.m. ET. Viewers in the Pittsburgh and Chicago markets can tune into KDKA-TV in Pittsburgh and WBBM-TV in Chicago. CBS will also carry the game in various parts of the east coast and the Midwest, according to 506 sports. Fans can stream the game on the Paramount+ app in select markets, and out-of-market viewers can utilize the NFL’s subscription service, NFL+. Alternatively,NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube and YouTube TV,and also Hulu + Live TV,will also offer streaming access. Ian Eagle will handle play-by-play duties for the CBS broadcast, with analysis provided by J.J. Watt and sideline reporting from Evan washburn.
Injury concerns Beyond Rodgers
Rodgers isn’t the only Steeler dealing with injury concerns. Cornerback Darius Slay is questionable to return after missing last week with a concussion, while linebacker alex Highsmith is doubtful due to an ongoing ankle injury. The Bears, meanwhile, will be without linebackers Tremaine Edmunds, T.J. Edwards, and noah Sewell, all of whom have been ruled out after missing practice all week. however, Kyler Gordon, D’Andre Swift, Jaylon Johnson, and Jaquan Brisker all participated fully in Friday’s practice after being limited earlier in the week.
Betting Odds Favor the Bears
The Steelers entered the Week 12 matchup as 3-point betting underdogs, according to CBS Sports, suggesting a slight advantage for the Chicago Bears.
Looking Ahead: Steelers and Bears schedules
Pittsburgh Steelers:
- Week 13: vs. buffalo Bills, Nov. 30, 4:25 p.m. EST
- Week 14: at Baltimore Ravens, Dec. 7,1:00 p.m. EST
- Week 15: vs. Miami Dolphins, Dec. 15, 8:15 p.m. EST (Monday Night Football)
- Week 16: at Detroit Lions, Dec. 21, 4:25 p.m. EST
- Week 17: at Cleveland Browns, Dec.28, 1:00 p.m. EST
- Week 18: vs. Baltimore Ravens, date and time to be steadfast
Chicago Bears:
- Week 13: at Philadelphia Eagles, Nov. 28, 2:00 p.m.CST
- Week 14: at Green Bay Packers,Dec.7, 12:00 p.m. CST
- Week 15: vs. Cleveland Browns, Dec. 14, 12:00 p.m. CST
- Week 16: vs. Green bay Packers, date and time to be determined
- Week 17: at San Francisco 49ers, date and time to be determined
- Week 18: vs. Detroit Lions, date
