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Bears Blank Bills 38-0 in Preseason as Caleb Williams Shines in Efficient Debut

Depth injuries now factor into roster decisions entering Friday's preseason finale.

Aug 17, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) throws the ball during the first half against the Buffalo Bills at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
Aug 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) looks downfield against the New Orleans Saints during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
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Aug 17, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears running back Brittain Brown (38) runs against the Buffalo Bills during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Overview

  • In two series, Caleb Williams went 6-for-10 for 107 yards and a touchdown, leading a seven-play, 92-yard opening drive capped by a 36-yard score to Olamide Zaccheaus.
  • Chicago outgained Buffalo 528-180 in the 38-0 win, the Bears’ first preseason shutout in 31 years, with the Bills resting most starters as Sean McDermott labeled the showing 'not up to our standard' and said he was concerned.
  • Head coach Ben Johnson said Williams has been 'really locked in' and challenged him to keep stacking good days, and an NFL scout told Jordan Schultz the Bears 'have a 21st-century offense'.
  • Backup Tyson Bagent strengthened his QB2 bid by going 13-of-22 for 197 yards and a touchdown, while veteran Case Keenum did not play after a leg injury in practice.
  • Depth took a hit as cornerback Terell Smith and edge rusher Austin Booker exited with knee injuries and were ruled out, shaping evaluations ahead of Friday’s preseason finale against the Chiefs and the Sept. 8 opener vs. the Vikings.