On Sunday in New Orleans, the Bears dropped their second-consecutive game, falling 24-17 against the Saints. While Chicago was able to move the ball in the air with Darnell Mooney (5 receptions, 82 yards) and Cole Kmet (6 receptions, 55 yards, 2 touchdowns) both having big games, it was not enough to beat the Saints. 

The Bears now sit at 2-7 on the season, but they only have to wait until Thursday to try and rebound, as they host the Carolina Panthers at Soldier Field. The Panthers are 1-7 and are currently tied for the fewest wins in the NFL. This is a chance for the Bears to get back on track to start the second half of the season. 

Marquee Sports Network will provide you with all the Bears coverage throughout the short week. Here’s what to look out for before Thursday night. 

Bear Essentials  

Premieres Tuesday at 6:00 PM 

This week on Bear Essentials, Dan Hampton and Tom Thayer join Cole Wright in studio for reactions to the Bears’ loss in New Orleans and preview Thursday’s game against the Panthers. Tune in for analysis on the Bears new defense, how the offense can improve and what the team needs to do to improve to 3-7. 

Bears Den  

Premieres Wednesday at 6:00 PM 

On Bears Den, Taylor McGregor and Tom Waddle react to Chicago’s loss on Sunday and go into depth about Thursday night’s game at Soldier Field. Tune in for soundbites from head coach Matt Eberflus and players along with a preview of the Bears-Panthers game. 

The Official Bears Postgame Live presented by United Airlines  

Premieres after Bears-Panthers (7:15 PM kickoff)  

Immediately after Bears-Panthers, tune into The Official Bears Postgame Live presented by United Airlines. Join Cole Wright, Jim Miller and Henry Burris for initial reactions from the game plus exclusive on-site interviews with Jeff Joniak. Wright, Miller and Burris will also preview the next game against the Detroit Lions.