The 2023 preseason started with a bang for the Chicago Bears, who defeated the Tennessee Titans 23-17 in a wild game at Soldier Field. It was an exciting start for both teams as three touchdowns were scored in the first four possessions.
Following a long opening drive by the Titans to go up 7-0, the Bears responded with not one, but two long touchdown catch and runs by the first-team offense to lead 14-7. Once the reserves took over, each team played hot potato with the football, committing a total of five turnovers in the second quarter.
In the second half, the Bears put the clamps down on the Titans offense. The defensive line gave Tennessee’s offensive line fits and the Bears offense did just enough to retake and hold onto the lead as time expired. Head coach Matt Eberflus remained perfect in the preseason and the Bears escaped with no major injuries.
Even though it was just a preseason game, there was plenty to learn from what the team did at Soldier Field. Here are our takeaways from Saturday’s victory.