Bears struggle in preseason loss to Bengals in Cincinnati

The Chicago Bears faced the Cincinnati Bengals on August 22, 2026, in their second preseason game, where they lost 27-9. The Bears started the game with quarterback Caleb Williams on the field, but failed to secure a touchdown throughout the match. Defensive struggles and a lack of execution were evident as the team converted only 2 of 14 third downs and racked up 11 penalties. The Bears did not threaten the red zone in the second half, leading to what was described as a lackluster performance. Next, the Bears will aim for improvement in their upcoming practices, focusing on their offensive execution and left tackle position.

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