The Chicago Bears' 3 Biggest Standouts From Game 1!

The Chicago Bears opened the 2026 NFL season with a record-breaking 59-37 victory over the Carolina Panthers, and several players made a major impact in Week 1. Caleb Williams led the way with four total touchdowns, while Cole Kmet found the end zone on a 22-yard touchdown reception and Kyle Monangai delivered a 61-yard touchdown run. Lance Briggs, Jerry Azumah, & Greg Braggs Jr. break down the biggest standouts from Game 1, including Dillon Thieneman, and what their performances could mean for Chicago moving forward. Who were the Bears’ three most impressive players in the season opener?   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.