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Bears QB Caleb Williams, 'having a blast,' gives reason for hope in NFL debut

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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Caleb Williams did something in his NFL debut Saturday more impressive than leading the Bears to field goals on each of his two possessions.

In a 33-6 win, he managed to live up to the expectations that had been sitting on simmer ever since it was clear seven months ago the Bears would pick him first overall in the NFL draft.

It wasn’t just that the rookie quarterback went 4-for-7 for 95 yards — tight end Cole Kmet and receiver DJ Moore each dropped one — and a 101.