In a rain-shortened Hall of Fame game, Brett Rypien led the Chicago Bears to a 21-17 victory over the Houston Texans, throwing three touchdown passes before the game was halted due to severe weather. The game showcased the NFL's new kickoff rules but lacked excitement in that area, as none of the kickoffs resulted in significant returns. The Bears' offense, led by Rypien, managed to capitalize on their opportunities, while the Texans, despite a strong start, could not maintain their lead.

• Brett Rypien had an impressive performance, throwing three touchdown passes.
• The game was cut short due to severe weather conditions.
• The new kickoff rules did not lead to significant returns.