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Bears Dominate Bills 38-0 in Preseason Showcase

Chicago's starters produced an efficient showcase under Ben Johnson before Buffalo was forced to reevaluate its depth ahead of final roster cuts.

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

  • Caleb Williams completed six of 10 passes for 107 yards and a touchdown across two series, earning head coach Ben Johnson’s praise for being “locked in” after a rocky training camp.
  • Backup quarterback Tyson Bagent strengthened his reserve credentials with a 13-of-22 performance for 197 yards and a touchdown during second-team drills.
  • Buffalo’s reserves were outgained 528 to 180 and shut out in Chicago, prompting coach Sean McDermott to criticize their fundamentals and launch a depth evaluation.
  • Cornerback Terell Smith and defensive end Austin Booker both suffered knee injuries, compounding Chicago’s preseason health concerns at key depth positions.
  • Preseason scrutiny extended to the New York Jets, where Justin Fields has completed just four of nine passes for 44 yards and struggled to sync with his receivers.