Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Chicago Bears – How to Watch/Listen to NFL Week 12
Nov 21, 2025
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WEEK 12 · Sun 11/23 · 1:00 PM ET Chicago Bears Soldier Field, Chicago, Illinois 📺 TELEVISION BROADCAST
- Nationwide: The game will be broadcast live on CBS.
- Local Markets: – In Pittsburgh: Watch on KDKA-TV Channel 2 (CBS affiliate). – In Chicago: Watch on WBBM-TV Channel 2 (CBS affiliate).
- Commentators: Ian Eagle (play-by-play), J.J. Watt (analyst), and Evan Washburn (sideline reporter).
💻 LIVE STREAMING
- Nationwide: – Paramount+ (live CBS feed with subscription) – Fubo, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV (all carry CBS – free trial available)
- Local/In-Market: Free on the Steelers App or Bears App within your geographic market.
- Out-of-Market: NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube/YouTube TV.
🎧 RADIO BROADCAST
- Pittsburgh: Steelers Radio Network – WDVE 102.5 FM / WBGG 970 AM – Chris Hoke (play-by-play) – Tunch Ilkin (color analyst) – Craig Wolfley (sideline)
- Chicago: Bears Radio Network – WBBM 780 AM / WSCR 670 AM – Jeff Joniak (play-by-play) – Tom Thayer (analyst) – Jason McKie (sideline)
- Nationwide/International: – SiriusXM: Steelers feed (Ch. 158), Bears feed (Ch. 229) – TuneIn Premium & the NFL App
📅 GAME DETAILS
- Kickoff: Sunday, November 23, 2025 – 1:00 PM ET (12:00 PM CT)
- Location: Soldier Field, Chicago, Illinois
- Weather Forecast (as of 11/21): 48°F, partly cloudy skies, 10% chance of rain (outdoor stadium)
- Gates Open: 11:00 AM ET · Parking Lots: 9:00 AM ET
- Tickets: Still available via Ticketmaster, SeatGeek, or StubHub (get-in price starting ~$95)
🔑 KEY STORYLINES
- Pittsburgh Steelers (6-4): Leading the AFC North by one game over the Ravens, the Steelers are coming off a 34-12 rout of the Bengals in Week 11, where their defense forced two turnovers and scored twice. However, QB Aaron Rodgers' fractured left wrist (non-throwing hand) from that game has him limited in practice and questionable – if he sits, Mason Rudolph steps in (12/16, 127 yards, 1 TD in relief). Offense ranks 18th in PPG (20.8), powered by RB Jaylen Warren (800+ rushing yards, 6 TD) and WR DK Metcalf (900+ receiving yards, 7 TD), but they've allowed 261.7 passing yards/game lately (worst in NFL). Injuries: RB Jaylen Warren (ankle, questionable), DE Alex Highsmith (groin, out); road record: 2-2; they've won 4 of last 6 overall.
- Chicago Bears (7-3): Atop the NFC North for the first time since 2020 after three straight one-score wins (including 19-17 over Vikings in Week 11), QB Caleb Williams has zero INTs and just four sacks in that streak, leading an offense ranking 4th in total yards (373.8/game). RBs D’Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai combine for 1,400+ rushing yards (2nd in NFL), with rookie WR Tetairoa McMillan adding explosiveness; defense is top-8 in success rate but soft vs. pass (bottom-third). Injuries: LB Shaq Thompson (Achilles, out), OT Ikem Ekwonu (back, questionable); home record: 3-1; they've covered 4-1 ATS on road but seek first win vs. winning team (0-1 so far).
- Head-to-Head: Bears lead all-time 13-10 (7-4 at home vs. PIT); last meeting: Steelers 17-10 win in 2021. PIT has won last 2, but series often low-scoring; one playoff clash (Bears 35-24 in 2005 Wild Card).
⚠️ SIGNIFICANCE OF THE GAME Bears (-2.5 favorites, O/U 45) aim to extend NFC North lead (78% win prob.) and build momentum amid Rodgers uncertainty; win pushes them to 8-3 and solidifies wild-card spot. Steelers (+110 ML) seek first road win vs. winning team since Week 4, staying in AFC North mix (6th seed); upset would be huge for Rudolph. Spotlight on Bears' run game vs. PIT's leaky front (T16 vs. rush); experts lean CHI but expect close (Under 6-2 in CHI's last 8 homes). 📱 FOLLOW THE GAME
- Live Updates: Steelers.com, Bears.com, NFL App
- Social Media: @Steelers · @ChicagoBears
- Highlights & Stats: NFL+ and the official team apps
Steel City faithful – ready for a gritty road battle at Soldier Field? Or will the Bears roar to keep the North crown? LET’S GO!!! 🏈🔥
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The NFL has officially released a series of additional video angles tied to the controversial Week 16 incident, revealing a fuller picture behind the tense sideline moment involving DK Metcalf and a Detroit Lions fan. The newly surfaced footage — including sideline, end-zone, and stadium security cameras — has fueled widespread outrage among Pittsburgh Steelers supporters, many of whom believe their player was pushed into an unnecessary and avoidable situation.
The incident occurred in the second quarter of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 29–24 victory over the Lions, a critical win that helped Pittsburgh maintain its edge in the AFC North race. On the live broadcast, viewers saw only a brief snapshot of Metcalf approaching the boundary before a confrontation erupted. The newly released footage, however, shows a much longer buildup: the Lions fan repeatedly leaned forward, pointed, and hurled taunts over multiple dead-ball sequences.
The fan involved in the DK Metcalf incident has issued a statement through his attorney, denying accusations that he used racial slurs or misogynistic language.Footage obtained by Preme Sports appears to back him up. In the video, Kennedy is only heard saying Metcalf’s full… pic.twitter.com/VL4yYJ76i1
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According to the NFL’s review, this was not an isolated flashpoint. The video indicates a gradual escalation, with tension mounting play after play before reaching a breaking point. Still, the league reiterated that its disciplinary standard remains unchanged — players are prohibited from making physical contact with fans, regardless of provocation.
“The footage shows this was not a single, spontaneous act by an overly aggressive fan,” a source familiar with the review process said. “There are indications that outside factors influenced how the situation unfolded, with deliberate timing and repeated engagement. As a result, the league’s evaluation is continuing to ensure the full context is understood.”
These findings align with earlier reporting from Tom Pelissero, who noted that Metcalf previously had an encounter with the same fan while playing in Seattle and had reported the individual to team security last season. The fan, through legal counsel, has continued to deny using hateful or discriminatory language, maintaining that the available video does not support claims of intentional provocation.
Despite the expanded context, the NFL has upheld Metcalf’s two-game suspension without pay, sidelining him for the final two regular-season contests — a significant blow to the Steelers’ offense. Meanwhile, the newly released footage has intensified frustration among Pittsburgh fans, who argue that it exposes a deeper unfairness: their star receiver paying the price for a prolonged pattern of harassment beyond his control.
As the season enters its decisive stretch, the Metcalf incident leaves a heavy imprint on the league. The shocking images do not erase accountability, but they raise urgent questions about protecting players from sustained provocation — and about how thin the line can be when emotion, pressure, and league standards collide in just a few seconds.
