The Bears’ offseason was filled with expectations about what the partnership between quarterback Caleb Williams and head coach Ben Johnson could bring to the offense, and the start of Monday night’s game against the Vikings offered an encouraging glimpse of that potential.

After the defense forced a quick three-and-out, the Bears marched 61 yards in 10 plays, with Williams capping the drive on a touchdown run that put them ahead 7-0. Williams completed his first 10 passes for 96 yards, and it appeared that months of preparation were set to translate into a season-opening win. That momentum proved difficult to sustain.

Williams finished just 11-of-25 for 104 yards the rest of the way, and the Bears saw a 17-6 lead slip away in a 27-24 loss. For some, it echoed the uneven performances from

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