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After a tough loss to the Houston Texans, Chicago Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams expressed feeling 'bruised up' after being hit 15 times, including seven sacks. The Bears' offensive line has been under scrutiny for its poor performance, ranking 30th in pass block win rate. General manager Ryan Poles had previously expressed optimism about the offensive line, but injuries and inconsistent play have raised concerns. The Bears need to improve their run game and pass protection to support Williams moving forward.
- Caleb Williams is struggling under pressure due to a weak offensive line.
- The Bears' run game has significantly declined compared to last season.
- Injuries to key offensive linemen are impacting the team's performance.
Caleb Williams | QB
Injury
Pickup
Week 2
15 pass yards
1 interceptions
- Hit 15 times and sacked 7 times in the game against Houston.
- Struggling with deep throws, going 0-for-11 on passes over 15 yards in two games.
C.J. Stroud | QB
Breakout
Week 2
- Provided encouragement to Williams after the game.
- Has shown resilience in his second year, winning Offensive Rookie of the Year last season.
D'Andre Swift | RB
Injury
Week 2
- Averaging only 2.0 yards per carry this season, a significant drop from last year's 4.6.
Chicago Bears
- Ranked 30th in pass block win rate and 28th in rushing offense.
- Need to improve run game to support Caleb Williams and reduce pressure.
Houston Texans
- Successfully pressured Caleb Williams, showcasing their defensive strength.
- C.J. Stroud continues to develop as a promising quarterback.