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Bears' Rookies Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze Score First NFL Touchdowns in 21-16 Loss to Colts

Sep 22, 2024, 08:08 PM

Chicago Bears' rookie quarterback Caleb Williams connected with fellow rookie Rome Odunze for their first career NFL touchdowns during a game against the Indianapolis Colts. The 47-yard pass was the longest play of the year for the Bears. The 3-yard touchdown pass brought the Bears within one possession, making the score 14-9. Williams later threw another touchdown pass to Cole Kmet, reducing the Colts' lead to 21-16 with 2:01 remaining in the game. Despite Williams' impressive performance, which included 363 passing yards and two touchdowns, the Bears ultimately lost to the Colts, falling to a 1-2 record for the season. The Colts secured their first win of the season, improving to 1-2, with standout performances from Jonathan Taylor, who rushed for 110 yards and two touchdowns. This marked the first passing touchdown by a rookie QB this season in Week 3.