The Chicago Bears were back on the practice field at Halas Hall on Friday for a joint training camp practice with the Buffalo Bills.
While the Bears flat-out dominated the Miami Dolphins in last week’s joint practice, it was more balanced against the Super Bowl contending Bills. But that’s not to say this Dennis Allen defense didn’t bring the heat, as the defense got after quarterback Josh Allen, including intercepting him three times. Meanwhile, quarterback Caleb Williams and the offense got off to an impressive start and faced some adversity during red zone and two-minute drill. But it was an overall successful practice, where Rome Odunze and Olamide Zaccheaus shined. Although, there’s huge concerns about the Bears’ left tackle battle and pre-snap penalties.
As far as injuries go, rookie defensive tackle Shemar Turner returned to practice for the first time since the start of camp. But he didn’t participate in team drills as he ramps back up to action. Meanwhile, quarterback Case Keenum is day-to-day with a leg injury. There was an injury scare where tight end Cole Kmet came up limping during a red-zone drill, but he returned to the field.
Here are some observations, from media members and fans in attendance, following Friday’s joint training camp practice:
Left tackle concerns
Bears defense brought it vs. Josh Allen
Stock up: Caleb Williams-Rome Odunze connection
Olamide Zaccheaus continues to make plays
Pre-snap penalties continue to be a problem for offense
Luther Burden has been standing out
High snaps remain an issue
Case Keenum is sidelined with leg injury
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Reporting by Alyssa Barbieri, Bears Wire / Bears Wire
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