It was a quick turnaround for the Chicago Bears. One day after opening the preseason with a 24-24 tie against the Miami Dolphins at Soldier Field, the Bears were back on the practice field Monday at Halas Hall.
Most of the starters didn’t play Sunday, so Monday’s practice was designed specifically for them to see action. Thirty-four players participated in practice, including starting quarterback Caleb Williams.
Here’s what happened Monday afternoon in Lake Forest.
With no second- or third-team reps, practice went a little over an hour. More than half of the 90-man roster wasn’t present, the typical thumping music was lowered and no fans were in attendance.
The vibe was certainly different.
The first-team offense didn’t have its best afternoon. In both a situational drill and a red zo