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Caleb Williams Leads Bears Past Titans With Two TDs

8/28/2026

Summary

Story summary

Titans coach Robert Saleh called Bears quarterback Caleb Williams a modern-day Russell Wilson.
Williams completed six straight passes and finished 9-for-11, hitting eight different receivers in the first half.
Williams threw two red-zone touchdowns, including one to rookie wide receiver Zavion Thomas.
Titans defense ramped up pressure, forcing a pick-interception and limiting Williams.
Titans rookie Carnell Tate caught seven passes and scored two touchdowns against the Bears.

History

Historical Context

In 2012 rookie Russell Wilson led the Seattle Seahawks to an 11-5 record, a No. 5 seed and the franchise’s first road playoff win since 1983, earning Pepsi MAX Rookie of the Year honors under head coach Pete Carroll. His dual-threat success prompted teams such as the Tennessee Titans, whose coach Robert Saleh likened rookie Caleb Williams to Wilson, to prioritize mobile quarterbacks in drafts.

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Story summary

Titans coach Robert Saleh called Bears quarterback Caleb Williams a modern-day Russell Wilson.
Williams completed six straight passes and finished 9-for-11, hitting eight different receivers in the first half.
Williams threw two red-zone touchdowns, including one to rookie wide receiver Zavion Thomas.
Titans defense ramped up pressure, forcing a pick-interception and limiting Williams.
Titans rookie Carnell Tate caught seven passes and scored two touchdowns against the Bears.

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