Caleb Williams' Historic Game Fuels Bears' 47-42 Win

In a wild Week 9 shootout, the Chicago Bears beat the Cincinnati Bengals 47-42 as rookie quarterback Caleb Williams delivered a historic all‑around performance: 280 passing yards and three passing touchdowns, 53 rushing yards including a late 14-yard touchdown scramble, and over 20 receiving yards on two catches. Williams became the first player in NFL history with at least 275 passing, 50 rushing and 20 receiving yards in a game and was the first starting QB to record two receptions in a game since 1953. The game featured creative trick plays, including a double‑reverse “Hot Potato” that culminated in a pass from backup Tyson Bagent. The victory highlighted Chicago’s offensive creativity and Williams’s playmaking, though questions about his consistency and protection under pressure remained as the Bears pursue the playoff race.