Zavion Thomas shines for Bears in preseason win over Titans
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Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Zavion Thomas made a remarkable debut for the Chicago Bears, catching a 97-yard touchdown pass from Tyson Bagent during a 24-15 victory over the Tennessee Titans in their preseason finale on Saturday in Nashville. Thomas, a rookie wide receiver, registered five catches for 140 yards and showcased his speed with a 39-yard punt return. Many Bears starters were sidelined for the game, including Caleb Williams, who completed 2 of 5 passes in his earlier appearance. Bagent led the offense effectively, completing 16 of 17 passes for 208 yards and two touchdowns. The Bears now face a roster cut deadline ahead of the regular season opener against the Carolina Panthers on September 13.
- •Zavion Thomas caught a 97-yard touchdown on his first NFL play.
- •Tyson Bagent had two touchdown passes and completed 16 of 17 attempts.
- •Most Bears starters rested, including Caleb Williams.
- •The Bears must trim their roster to 53 players by 5 p.m. Sunday.
- •The regular season opener is September 13 against the Panthers.
- 5:45 PMYahoo Sports — NFL fans are saying ‘the league is in trouble’ after seeing Zavion Thomas during Bears pre-season game
- 5:19 PMYahoo Sports — Bears rookie WR Zavion Thomas hit the fastest speed in preseason
- 9:58 AMYahoo Sports — Bears third-round pick Zavion Thomas scores 97-yard touchdown on his first NFL play
- 3:36 AMYahoo Sports — Bears cap preseason with 24-15 win over Titans
- 1:38 AMYahoo Sports — Zavion Thomas steals the show in debut as Chicago Bears cap preseason with 24-15 win over Tennessee Titans
"NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Rookie wide receiver Zavion Thomas caught a 97-yard touchdown pass from Tyson Bagent on his first NFL play Saturday during the Chicago Bears’ 24-15 win against the Tennessee Titans in the preseason finale. Playing in his first preseason game after missing the first two with a knee injury, Thomas saw plenty of action on offense — five catches for 140 yards — and special ...
"NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Rookie wide receiver Zavion Thomas caught a 97-yard touchdown pass from Tyson Bagent on his first NFL play Saturday during the Chicago Bears’ 24-15 win against the Titans in the preseason finale. Playing in his first preseason game after missing the first two with a knee injury, Thomas saw plenty of action on offense — five catches for 140 yards — and special teams, ...
"NFL fans have already seen enough of Zavion Thomas after the Chicago Bears rookie announced himself with a spectacular 97-yard touchdown in his pre-season debut. Thomas caught five passes for 140 yards and a touchdown against the Tennessee Titans, while also adding 22 yards on a kick return and 39 yards on a punt return.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 5:45 PMNFL fans are saying ‘the league is in trouble’ after seeing Zavion Thomas during Bears pre-season game
NFL fans have already seen enough of Zavion Thomas after the Chicago Bears rookie announced himself with a spectacular 97-yard touchdown in his pre-season debut. Thomas caught five passes for 140 yards and a touchdown against the Tennessee Titans, while also adding 22 yards on a kick return and 39 yards on a punt return.
- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 5:19 PMBears rookie WR Zavion Thomas hit the fastest speed in preseason
Chicago Bears rookie WR Zavion Thomas set a league-high mark in the preseason with his speed on a 97-yard touchdown catch.
- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 9:58 AMBears third-round pick Zavion Thomas scores 97-yard touchdown on his first NFL play
Thomas made his preseason debut on Saturday and put on a show.
- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 3:36 AMBears cap preseason with 24-15 win over Titans
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Rookie wide receiver Zavion Thomas caught a 97-yard touchdown pass from Tyson Bagent on his first NFL play Saturday during the Chicago Bears’ 24-15 win against the Tennessee Titans in the preseason finale. Playing in his first preseason game after missing the first two with a knee injury, Thomas saw plenty of action on offense — five catches for 140 yards — and special ...
- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 1:38 AMZavion Thomas steals the show in debut as Chicago Bears cap preseason with 24-15 win over Tennessee Titans
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Rookie wide receiver Zavion Thomas caught a 97-yard touchdown pass from Tyson Bagent on his first NFL play Saturday during the Chicago Bears’ 24-15 win against the Titans in the preseason finale. Playing in his first preseason game after missing the first two with a knee injury, Thomas saw plenty of action on offense — five catches for 140 yards — and special teams, ...
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