Bears, Raiders Seek Second Win Amid Season Struggles

The Chicago Bears, under first-year head coach Ben Johnson, are looking to improve their 1-2 record with a road game against the Las Vegas Raiders, who share the same record and also have a new coach. Rookie QB Caleb Williams has been a bright spot for Chicago, recently posting a career-best performance with four touchdown passes and a 142.6 passer rating while avoiding sacks for the first time. The Bears' offense is dynamic, boasting a top-10 scoring offense, driven by Williams and key players like Rome Odunze and D’Andre Swift, although their defense allows a high number of points, which keeps games competitive. The Raiders, meanwhile, face challenges in sustaining drives and converting opportunities into points, relying on players like Jakobi Meyers and Tre Tucker for big plays, but their pass rush led by Maxx Crosby remains a significant threat. An interesting factor for this matchup is the nearly even split of fans in Allegiant Stadium, potentially giving the Bears a home-field-like boost despite being the visiting team. Both teams' health status includes several key injuries and limited players in practice, adding uncertainty to their performances in this closely anticipated Week 4 game.