In a thrilling matchup at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, the Chicago Bears showcased their offensive prowess in a 35-16 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars. Rookie quarterback Caleb Williams stole the show with four touchdown passes, two of which were caught by Keenan Allen and two by Cole Kmet.
The Bears, now standing at 4-2, secured their third consecutive win for the first time in almost four years. Kmet's standout performance extended beyond his receiving skills as he also stepped up to handle long-snapping duties due to an injury.
Allen's impressive 9-yard touchdown reception in the third quarter was followed by another score early in the fourth, solidifying Chicago's lead. D'Andre Swift contributed to the Bears' success with a 1-yard touchdown plunge.
Despite a strong start by the Jaguars, highlighted by Gabe Davis' early touchdown catch, Jacksonville struggled to maintain momentum. Trevor Lawrence connected with Davis for two touchdowns in the second half, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Bears' dominant performance.
Williams' exceptional play, completing 23 of 29 passes for 226 yards and four touchdowns, showcased his talent as the top pick in this year's NFL draft. Kmet's contributions, including a crucial 31-yard touchdown reception, were instrumental in Chicago's victory.
The Bears' defense also played a key role, capitalizing on turnovers and limiting the Jaguars' offensive opportunities. Jacksonville's coach acknowledged his team's mistakes, emphasizing the need to address self-inflicted errors.
Looking ahead, the Jaguars will face the New England Patriots at Wembley Stadium, while the Bears enjoy a bye week before taking on the Washington Commanders in Week 8.
With this impressive win, the Bears have established a solid foundation for the remainder of the season, building on their recent success and setting high expectations for the games to come.
Sources: AP NFL
