1997 Chicago Bears season
| 1997 Chicago Bears season | |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Dave Wannstedt |
| Home stadium | Soldier Field |
| Results | |
| Record | 4–12 |
| Division place | 5th NFC Central |
| Playoffs | Did not qualify |
The 1997 Chicago Bears season was their 78th regular season completed in the National Football League (NFL). The team finished with a 4–12 record under head coach Dave Wannstedt. It was the team's first 4-win season since they posted a 4–10 record in 1975. The team allowed a franchise-record 421 points in 1997.