Caleb Williams Shocks Fans with Stunning Touchdown in Electrifying Preseason Debut

He completed 5 of 6 passes for 97 yards and a 158.3 passer rating.

He finished his night 6-of-10 for 107 yards and a touchdown in his first game action in Ben Johnson’s offense.Williams stayed in for a second series, and the Bears went 15 yards in six plays before punting.Chicago went 92 yards in seven plays on its opening drive, with Williams throwing a 36-yard touchdown pass to Olamide Zaccheaus.Josh Allen was among the many Bills’ starters who didn’t play.Bears left guard Joe Thuney was the only starting offensive lineman who didn’t play Sunday night.

Caleb Williams didn’t play in the first preseason game. He played well in the second.Tyson Bagent replaced Williams on the Bears’ third series, with 4:35 remaining in the first quarter.Well, here we are—Caleb Williams, ignored in the curtain-raiser, but boy did he make a dent when the spotlight hit in the following preseason game. Stepping onto the field Sunday night against the Bills, Williams didn’t just warm the bench—he answered the call with precision and poise, firing a 36-yard touchdown strike to Olamide Zaccheaus before even blinking. In just two series, the Bears pulled off a near 100-yard drive to open the game, propelled by Williams’ cool command and sharpshooting arm. And that’s not just me blowing smoke—his passer rating hit a scorching 158.3, completing 5 of 6 passes with a keen sense of timing and composure. Sure, Tyson Bagent took over before long, but Williams left his mark on what’s expected to be Ben Johnson’s revamped offense. Oh, and let’s not forget—a few starters, like Joe Thuney on the Bears’ line and Bills’ Josh Allen, stayed on the sidelines, leaving a curious blend of seasoned and fresh faces on the field. Exciting times indeed for those who cherish football’s ever-turning carousel. LEARN MOREThe Bears quarterback saw his first game action Sunday night against the Bills, playing two series and leading his team to a touchdown.