1996 Chicago Bears season
| 1996 Chicago Bears season | |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Dave Wannstedt |
| Home stadium | Soldier Field |
| Results | |
| Record | 7–9 |
| Division place | 3rd NFC Central |
| Playoffs | Did not qualify |
The 1996 Chicago Bears season was their 77th regular season completed in the National Football League (NFL). They failed to improve on their 9–7 record from 1995 and finished with a 7–9 record under head coach Dave Wannstedt. It was the team's first losing season since 1993 when it was Wannstedt's first season.