Bears starters compete against Bengals in preseason contest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 11:49 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026

The Chicago Bears faced the Cincinnati Bengals in their second preseason game on August 22. Bears head coach Ben Johnson opted to play the starters, including quarterback Caleb Williams. Williams completed two passes for 28 yards but the drive ended with a field goal after a penalty stalled progress. The defense also had a brief outing, allowing the Bengals to tie the game with a field goal. After Williams exited, veteran Case Keenum took the field as the offense continued. Both teams are looking to solidify their rosters as the preseason progresses.
- •Bears starters played against Bengals in preseason on August 22.
- •Caleb Williams completed 2 of 5 passes for 28 yards.
- •Bears settled for a field goal after a stalled drive.
- •Bears defense forced Bengals to a field goal to tie 3-3.
- •Case Keenum took over quarterback duties after Williams.
- 11:49 PMYahoo Sports — How did Bears starters look vs. Bengals?
"The Bears starting offense played a series against the Bengals defense on Saturday. Here is how they did.
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