HBO's 'Hard Knocks' with Chicago Bears debuts: Full schedule, how to watch episodes

The NFL is back — kind of.

The return of the HBO series "Hard Knocks" that takes an in-depth and exclusive look into the training camp of a specific team is making its season debut Tuesday, with the Chicago Bears being the focus. This is not to be confused with the multiple other "Hard Knocks" campaigns HBO and the NFL have launched, including the offseason one focused on the New York Giants or the in-season one that will focus on the AFC North.

The Bears are entering what could be a breakout season, after they went 7-10 last season, missing out on the playoffs.

Here's everything you need to know about the season debut of HBO "Hard Knocks" with the Chicago Bears:

What time is HBO "Hard Knocks" with the Chicago Bears?

The season debut of HBO "Hard Knocks" with the Chicago Bears is scheduled for Tuesday, August 6. The episode will air at 9 p.m. ET and will re-air at 11:11 p.m. ET.

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How can I watch HBO "Hard Knocks" with the Chicago Bears?

The episode will air live on HBO. The show will also be available for streaming on Max and the Max app.

What is the full schedule of HBO "Hard Knocks" with the Chicago Bears?

• Tuesday, August 6: first episode at 9 p.m. ET
• Tuesday, August 13: second episode at 9 p.m. ET
• Tuesday, August 20: third episode at 9 p.m. ET
• Tuesday, August 27: fourth episode at 9 p.m. ET
• Tuesday, September 3: fifth and final episode 9 p.m. ET

Where is the trailer of HBO "Hard Knocks" with the Chicago Bears?

On July 30, HBO released the official trailer of the series. You can watch it here:

Players to watch on HBO "Hard Knocks" with the Chicago Bears

The "Hard Knocks" series tend to spend a lot of camera time on the stars and personalities of the team it is covering. Here are some Bears players who might get that extra spotlight:

• 2024 No. 1 overall draft pick, quarterback Caleb Williams
• Wide receiver Keenan Allen, recently traded to Chicago
• Safety Jonathan Owens, husband of U.S. gymnast Simone Biles
• 2024 No. 9 overall draft pick, wide receiver Rome Odunze
• Defensive end Montez Sweat
• Wide receiver DJ Moore
• 2024 No. 144 overall draft pick, defensive end Austin Booker

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