Chicago Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams will not make his NFL debut in the Hall of Fame game, as announced by head coach Matt Eberflus. Instead, second-year quarterback Tyson Bagent will start against the Houston Texans. Eberflus mentioned that Williams' preseason availability will be evaluated week to week, and while he is not playing in the opener, he is making significant progress in training camp and aims to be ready for the regular season.
- Caleb Williams will not play in the Hall of Fame game.
- Tyson Bagent will start for the Bears in the preseason opener.
- Williams is making progress and feels ready for the regular season.