The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will play the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on Sunday night under clear skies, with kickoff temperatures projected near 51 to 52 degrees Fahrenheit, according to AccuWeather.
Weather conditions for this Week 9 matchup contrast sharply with Tampa Bay’s previous outing against Atlanta. Heavy rain in that game limited the offense to seven completed passes for 64 yards, though the team still secured a 16-0 victory behind a franchise-record 324 rushing yards.
- Dry conditions and zero precipitation are forecasted for the 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff, giving quarterback Baker Mayfield and the receiving corps an unobstructed path to execute downfield passes.
- Nighttime winds are expected to remain manageable at roughly 8 mph with gusts up to 18 mph, limiting weather-related complications for kickers on long-range attempts.
- Temperatures will range from a daytime high of 60 degrees down to a nighttime low of 41 degrees, stabilizing in the low 50s by game time.
Tampa Bay enters the contest holding a 3-5 record following consecutive wins over Carolina and Atlanta. Over their last two games, the Buccaneers have accumulated 582 rushing yards.
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Chicago arrives with a 6-2 record on the strength of a three-game winning streak. While the absence of rain removes external variables for the passing game, Chicago’s defensive front and pass rush present distinct structural hurdles for the visitors.
| Metric | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Chicago Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Current Record | 3-5 | 6-2 |
| Recent Form | 2 consecutive wins | 3 consecutive wins |
| Recent Rushing Output | 582 yards (last 2 games) | N/A |
| Stadium Forecast | Clear skies, 51–52°F at kickoff, 0% precipitation | |
Sunday night’s game marks a transition from the severe weather encountered in Week 8. With winds easing into the evening and dry air prevailing across Chicago, both clubs will operate without environmental constraints.
This article originally appeared on Bucs Wire: Buccaneers vs. Bears weather report: Clear skies at Soldier Field
