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Caleb Williams shines as Bears beat Panthers in Week 1

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 10:08 PM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Caleb Williams shines as Bears beat Panthers in Week 1

Summary

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams received high praise from Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores after a strong performance in a 59-37 victory over the Carolina Panthers in Week 1. Williams completed 21 of 29 passes for 269 yards and two touchdowns, also rushing for 65 yards and two more scores. The Bears, now 1-0, are preparing to host the Vikings in their Week 2 matchup, both teams having won their season openers. Flores referred to Williams as a 'superstar' in discussions regarding the upcoming game, highlighting the challenges the Vikings defense will face against Chicago's offense.

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By the Numbers

•Bears score 59 points in their season opener against the Panthers
•Williams accounts for four total touchdowns in the game
•Both Bears and Vikings enter Week 2 at 1-0
•Flores calls Williams a 'superstar' ahead of the divisional matchup

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10:08 PMYahoo Sports — Bears news: Caleb Williams monster Week 1 performance earns 'superstar' Brian Flores take

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Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams earned significant praise from Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores following his monster performance in a 59-37 Week 1 victory over the Carolina Panthers . With the Bears (1-0) preparing to host the Vikings (1-0) in Week 2 , Flores labeled the third-year quarterback a “superstar” while […] The post Bears news: Caleb Williams monster Week 1 performance earns 'superstar' Brian Flores take appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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