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The Week 7 NFL schedule kicks off with a "Thursday Night Football" matchup between the Chicago Bears and New England Patriots, and Bears fans are still celebrating the return of quarterback Caleb Williams. The former first-overall pick had been sidelined for three games after suffering a hamstring injury in Week 2, but he made an immediate impact in his comeback, carving up the Atlanta Falcons in a 31-23 victory in Week 6.
Williams completed 30 of 36 passes for 305 yards and a touchdown, marking the sixth time in his career he has surpassed 300 passing yards and the fifth time he has done so without throwing an interception. He also joined Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes as the only quarterbacks to throw 50 touchdowns in their career before throwing their 15th interception.
His next challenge figures to be more demanding, as he squares off against a New England defense that has allowed the fifth-fewest points per game through six weeks this season.
Williams already ranks fifth in Bears history for 300-passing-yard games, trailing first-place Jay Cutler by 10. With that in mind, can you name the most recent 300-yard passer for each NFL team? Good luck! Did you like this quiz? Are there any quizzes you'd like to see us make in the future? Let us know your thoughts at [email protected], and make sure to subscribe to our Quiz of the Day Newsletter for daily quizzes sent right to your email! More must-reads: If you enjoy sports quizzes, you'll love Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day Newsletter, home to the best sports quizzes anywhere.
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Key Analysis
Williams' return has injected new life into the Bears' offense, but the Patriots' defense presents a significant test. New England has been stingy, allowing the fifth-fewest points per game, which will challenge Williams to maintain his efficient play. His ability to avoid interceptions while racking up yards has been impressive, and he'll need to continue that trend against a disciplined Patriots secondary. The matchup will also be a measuring stick for Williams' growth as he faces one of the league's tougher defenses.