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Keenum Shines as Bears Beat Eagles Without Williams
29 Sep
Summary
- Case Keenum led Bears to victory in Caleb Williams' absence.
- Luther Burden III scored the game's first touchdown for Chicago.
- Jalen Hurts struggled passing, throwing a crucial interception.
The Chicago Bears achieved a significant 27-7 win against the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday, September 28th. This victory was particularly notable as it occurred during the absence of their No. 1 overall draft pick, quarterback Caleb Williams, who was sidelined with a hamstring injury. Veteran journeyman Case Keenum, stepping in as the third-string quarterback, delivered an impressive performance, throwing for 247 yards and two touchdowns, along with his first rushing touchdown since 2019.
Luther Burden III, returning from injury, proved instrumental by scoring Chicago's first touchdown with a remarkable individual effort. On the other side, the Eagles struggled, with Jalen Hurts facing criticism for his passing efficacy, completing only 16 of 25 passes for 153 yards and throwing a costly interception in the third quarter. Backup quarterback Andy Dalton also had a brief, unsuccessful appearance, throwing an interception on his only pass.
This loss has implications for the Eagles in the NFC East, placing them in a tie for first place with the New York Giants. The defeat also raises questions about Hurts' performance within the team's offensive system as they prepare for a challenging upcoming game against the Los Angeles Rams.
