Which team is cheaper to watch: Chicago Bears or Carolina Panthers?

Chicago Bears and Carolina Panthers are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the Chicago Bears vs Carolina Panthers gap exist?

Carolina Panthers typically needs 4 services versus 4 for Chicago Bears, and local-market rights are usually the main driver of the gap.

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Chicago Bears vs Carolina Panthers

Which team costs more to watch?

NFL

Chicago Bears

$83

/mo

4 services · $496/yr

Cheaper

NFL

Carolina Panthers

$83

/mo

4 services · $496/yr

It's basically a tie! Both cost about the same.

Why the gap exists

Setup complexity

Carolina Panthers usually asks for 4 services versus 4 for Chicago Bears. That is often the first sign the pricier team has more rights fragmentation.

League context

Chicago Bears ranks #6 in NFL and sits right at the league average. Carolina Panthers ranks #5 in NFL and sits right at the league average.

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How we checked the math

Last reviewed April 4, 2026

Both baselines use each team's home market: CHICAGO for Chicago Bears and CHARLOTTE for Carolina Panthers.
The gap reflects monthly price and service count, so similar headline prices can still hide setup complexity.
Use the calculator if you follow both teams or live outside either home market.