The Chicago Bears put on an impressive offensive display led by rookie quarterback Caleb Williams and running back D’Andre Swift, securing a 24-18 victory against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. Williams orchestrated four scoring drives, including a 9-yard touchdown pass to DJ Moore in the third quarter. After a rough outing in the previous game, Williams bounced back with a solid performance, throwing for 157 yards without any turnovers.
Swift, a recent addition to the Bears’ roster, had a standout game with 165 yards from scrimmage and a crucial 36-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter. The Bears’ offense found success on the ground as well, with Roschon Johnson contributing a 1-yard touchdown run. Head coach Matt Eberflus praised the team for addressing various issues and improving their gameplay, especially in distributing the ball to different skill sets and running the football effectively.
The victory marked the Bears’ second win of the season, breaking a three-game losing streak against the Rams. On the Rams’ side, quarterback Matthew Stafford surpassed Eli Manning for 10th place on the NFL’s all-time passing list but faced challenges finishing drives. Stafford threw a late interception, contributing to the Rams’ struggle in the red zone. Despite standout performances from Tutu Atwell and Kyren Williams, the Rams fell short in their efforts against the Bears.
Caleb Williams connected with Moore for a touchdown late in the third quarter to extend the Bears’ lead to 17-9, followed by a response from the Rams with a touchdown early in the fourth quarter. However, Chicago sealed the game with another touchdown drive, highlighted by Swift’s impressive run. A 52-yard field goal from Joshua Karty brought the Rams within six points, but the Bears managed to hold on for the victory.
In terms of injuries, Bears’ right guard Teven Jenkins exited the game in the second quarter with a rib injury. Looking ahead, the Rams will host Green Bay next Sunday, while the Bears will face Carolina at home. The Bears’ victory signals progress for the team, showcasing their potential for success as they continue to gel and adapt to their new quarterback and coaching staff.
