Team Profile
Chicago Bears
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-16.1% 27thOff DVOA
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-7.5% 26thPassing DVOA
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-10.3% 21stRushing DVOA
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-5.6% 11thDef DVOA
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-14.3% 4thDef Passing DVOA
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5.4% 29thDef Rushing DVOA
2024 Team Stats
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Points For19.4 24th
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Points Against18.6 6th
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Yards Per Game278.0 30th
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Yards Allowed Per Game323.0 14th
Chicago Bears wide receiver DJ Moore played in his first game after signing a $110 million extension in Saturday's 33-6 preseason win against the Bills. Moore saw his first action with quarterback Caleb Williams and caught two of three targets for 27 yards, despite only playing the first two drives. Although many high-profile players like Moore often sit out preseason games, developing game chemistry with Williams is crucial for their success this season. Moore's next chance to suit up comes on Saturday at home against the Bengals.
Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift made his team debut on Saturday in their 33-6 preseason win over the Bills. Despite limited playing time, Swift rushed once for three yards and caught his only target for a 42-yard gain from quarterback Caleb Williams. After signing a $24 million contract to join Chicago from Philadelphia, Swift appears set for a featured role on an improving Bears offense. If his dynamic play in the first game is any indicator, Swift could see more receiving volume than usual. His next chance to get playing time comes on Saturday at home against the Bengals.
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams played the first two drives in the team's 33-6 preseason win over the Bills. He completed four of seven passes for 95 yards and rushed once for 13 yards. Although his playing time was limited, Williams showcased his ability to throw accurately on the run and improvise effectively outside of the pocket. He targeted tight end Cole Kmet twice, resulting in one catch and one drop. Additionally, Williams connected with running back D'Andre Swift for a big gain and receiver D.J. Moore for his other two completions. His next opportunity to get more reps is Saturday at home against the Bengals.
Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus said that rookie first-round quarterback Caleb Williams and the "starters that are available to us" will play in the second preseason contest this Saturday on the road against the Buffalo Bills. There's a "range" of plays that will be designated for this group, but Eberflus wouldn't give a specific amount. Chicago held Williams and the starters out of the preseason opener last Thursday versus the Houston Texans in the Hall of Fame game, but the 22-year-old will get his first preseason action in Buffalo this weekend. The No. 1 overall pick in this year's draft is unlikely to play more than a few offensive series, but it will give us a chance to see him operate against an opponent for the first time in his young NFL career. The USC alum is the most pro-ready QB of all rookie signal-callers and has an excellent supporting cast, giving him a chance to be a high-end QB2 in fantasy right off the bat.
Chicago Bears wide receiver Collin Johnson caught three of his six targets for 56 yards and two touchdowns in the team's 21-17 shortened win over the Texans. Johnson showed great rapport with quarterback Brett Rypien in this game to help give Chicago a slight edge over Houston. In a receiver room loaded with talent at the top, there isn't much room on the active roster for Johnson. More performances like this throughout camp bolster his case to be on the practice squad at the least. Johnson's next chance to show his ability in a game comes August 10th at Buffalo.