Bears vs. Panthers: An Epic Rivalry Renewed

A Storied History

The rivalry between the Chicago Bears and Carolina Panthers dates back to 1995, when both teams entered the NFL as expansion franchises.

Since then, the two teams have met 24 times, with the Bears holding a slight 13-11 record.

Some of the most memorable moments in the rivalry include the Panthers' 23-7 victory in the 2005 NFC Championship Game and the Bears' 29-21 win in the 2013 NFC Divisional Round.

Key Matchups

The Bears and Panthers are both expected to be competitive in 2024.

The Bears have a strong defense led by All-Pro linebacker Roquan Smith and rookie cornerback Kyler Gordon.

The Panthers have a dynamic offense led by quarterback Sam Darnold, running back Christian McCaffrey, and wide receiver DJ Moore.

Predictions

The Bears and Panthers are both projected to finish in the middle of the pack in their respective divisions in 2024.

However, anything can happen in a rivalry game, and both teams will be looking to make a statement in 2024.

The Bears will host the Panthers in Week 1 of the 2024 season, and the Panthers will host the Bears in Week 17.