Bears and Bengals hold joint practice featuring key player performances

The Chicago Bears and Cincinnati Bengals conducted a joint practice on August 20, 2026, at the Kettering Health Practice Fields in Cincinnati. The practice showcased mixed results for both teams, with Chicago's offensive struggles highlighted by Caleb Williams being sacked twice by Myles Murphy. Defensive standout Dexter Lawrence consistently pressured the Bears offense, culminating in an interception. However, Chicago's red zone offense managed to score three touchdowns during drills, including notable catches by tight end Colston Loveland and rookie Zavion Thomas. No serious injuries were reported from the practice session, which ended on a challenging note for the Bears offense.

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