Caleb Williams excels in first half as Bears face Panthers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 8:09 PM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026

The Chicago Bears are playing against the Carolina Panthers in their season opener on September 13. Quarterback Caleb Williams had a strong first half, completing 12 of 16 passes for 196 yards and one touchdown as the Bears scored 31 points. Williams also showcased his speed, reaching a top speed of 20.35 mph on a 9-yard scramble touchdown and 20.80 mph on a 29-yard run. The Bears will next play at Soldier Field on September 20 against the Minnesota Vikings.
- •Bears lead the game with 31 points in the first half
- •Caleb Williams completes 12 of 16 passes so far
- •Williams reaches top speeds of 20.35 mph and 20.80 mph
- •Next game is scheduled for September 20 against the Vikings
- •This match is part of both teams' season opener
- 8:09 PMYahoo Sports — Bears news: Caleb Williams was fast during superstar 1st half vs. Panthers
"On Sunday afternoon, the Chicago Bears hit the field for a road game against the Carolina Panthers to open up the season for both teams. Bears quarterback Caleb Wilson got off to a scorching hot start to this one, completing 12 of his 16 pass attempts in the first half for 196 yards and a touchdown, with Chicago putting up 31 points on the board in […] The post Bears news: Caleb Williams was fast during superstar 1st half vs. Panthers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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