Is Caleb Williams playing today? Update on Bears QB for Week 2 preseason vs Bengals

Chicago Bears fans didn't get a glimpse of their new franchise quarterback when they faced the Houston Texans in the Hall of Fame Game to open preseason. However, Williams did suit up in the Bears' official Week 1 preseason opener when they went up against the Buffalo Bills. Williams threw for 96 yards in that game.

As the Bears brace themselves for Week 2 of preseason against an upbeat Cincinnati Bengals, the question is, will Caleb Williams play today?

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Is Caleb Williams playing today?

Bears HC Matt Eberflus confirmed to reporters that Williams will get some reps when they face the Bengals later today.

Williams had an impressive preseason debut against the Bills last Saturday, going 4-of-7 on passing attempts for 95 yards. He also had a 13-yard scramble that led the Bears to scoring drives.

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How to watch Bengals vs Bears live

Fans in Cincinnati can catch the game live on FOX. Kickoff is at 1 p.m. EDT from Soldier Field. Viewers can also stream the game live on NFL+ with a seven-day free trial or on DAZN (Canada). The game will also air on NFL Network.

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Breaking down the rest of the Bears' schedule

The Bears managed just seven wins all of last season but 2024 is a new year. And with more weapons at their disposal, the Bears will aim to get at least two more wins with Caleb Williams under center.

The Bears will wrap up preseason with a trip to Kansas City to face the Super Bowl champion Chiefs.

Their Week 1 schedule beckons them after that trip to Kansas City. Their early slate of games should provide Williams with sufficient evidence that the league is a big step up from college football. They open the season against the rebuilding Tennessee Titans followed by games against the Texans, Colts, Rams, Panthers and Jaguars.