Week 1 on Monday Night Football pits Chicago against Minnesota in a primetime clash that could define the early tone of the season. Johnson leading the Bears injects a fresh focus on structure and detail, aiming to flip the narrative after a five-win 2024. Minnesota carries momentum and a slim favorite status, but an upset could spark a rapid recalibration of expectations around Chicago in 2025.

If Chicago can execute early and sustain drives, this game could seed fantasy upside for Bears players and tilt betting sentiment, even as the Vikings enter as the more likely winner. It’s a narrative-rich opener that blends coaching philosophy with on-field stakes.