Bears' high-powered offense shines in NFL opener against Panthers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 8:35 PM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026
The Chicago Bears showcased their offensive prowess in a Week 1 matchup against the Carolina Panthers, putting up a total of 59 points. Caleb Williams had a standout performance, throwing for 269 yards and rushing for 65 yards, including two touchdown runs. The Bears rushed for 291 yards as a team, but their defense allowed 37 points. The game was tied at 31-31 before the Bears pulled away for the victory. Coach Ben Johnson's aggressive offensive strategy highlighted their intent to maintain a high-scoring season.
- •Caleb Williams totals 334 yards with four touchdowns.
- •Bears rushed for 291 yards as a team.
- •The game featured a tie at 31-31 in the third quarter.
- •Defense showed vulnerabilities, allowing 37 points.
- •Bears' aggressive strategy reflects confidence in their offensive capabilities.
- 8:35 PMYahoo Sports — NFL Week 1 Winners and Losers: Bears offense looks every bit as good as Ben Johnson said it would be
"The Bears are going to have a lot of high-scoring games this season.
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