Yahoo Sports Bears 2024 training camp observations roundup: Offense had clean operation on Day 8
The Chicago Bears were back at Halas Hall for training camp on Monday morning for their eighth practice of the summer ahead of their first preseason game on Thursday.
Following back-to-back padded practices, the Bears had a light, non-padded workout on Monday, which was held inside at the Walter Payton Center due to weather. Chicago's offense bounced back following a couple of rough practices from an operational standpoint. Quarterback Caleb Williams also had some highlight-worthy throws.
As far as attendance goes, right guard Nate Davis was sidelined after suffering a "strain" during Saturday's practice. In his absence, Ryan Bates stepped in at right guard with Coleman Shelton at center. Cornerback Kyler Gordon, who's been dealing with "tightness," remains out. Elsewhere, running backs Travis Homer and Ian Wheelers, defensive end Jacob Martin and receiver Nsimba Webster also didn't participate.
Here are some observations, from media members in attendance, following Monday's training camp practice:
Caleb Williams-Rome Odunze connect for highlight worthy TD
Best throw of the day:
Caleb Williams to Rome Odunze for a touchdown in the back left corner of the end zone. Williams put the ball in between two defenders, and Odunze made the reception in traffic.
Really good rep from the rookie duo.— Nicholas Moreano (@NicholasMoreano) July 29, 2024
Interesting practice today. I'm not sure there is to much to take from this one outside of 2 wow throws from caleb. Found Rome over Riq (I believe) then a dot to DJ on the back corner of endzone. Today was a glorified walkthrough however.
— 79th & Halas Podcast (@79thAndHalas) July 29, 2024
Williams to Keenan Allen also impressed
Two notable throws from Caleb Williams in 11 on 11: One to Keenan Allen in the back of the endzone where Allen outstretched his arms to haul in the pass. Two plays later, Williams throws with anticipation to find Rome Odunze in a tight window on the opposite side of the endzone.
— Courtney Cronin (@CourtneyRCronin) July 29, 2024
Smooth operation for offense
Practice just wrapped. Pretty light day with no pads.
No Nate Davis or Kyler Gordon. Ryan Bates started at RG and Reddy Steward was at nickel corner.
Not many highlights but there was only 1 presnap penalty by the starting offense. The operation looked smooth today 1/2— Brendan Sugrue (@BrendanSugrue) July 29, 2024
I did not see a false start today for the #Bears offense. But there was a delay of game.
— Zack Pearson (@Zack_Pearson) July 29, 2024
Tyrique Stevenson, Greg Stroman Jr. were standouts
Play of the day on offense was Caleb to Rome in 7-on-7s in the back left corner of the endzone. The throw just beat the coverage and Odunze held on going to the ground.
Defensively, Tyrique Stevenson stood out and Greg Stroman jumped a screen which could have gone for 6. 2/2— Brendan Sugrue (@BrendanSugrue) July 29, 2024
#Bears worked indoors today. The offensive operation was better today.
*Coleman Shelton played center, while Ryan Bates played RG. No Nate Davis.
*Kyler Gordon and Travis Homer both out today.
*Dante Pettis was deep on punts.
*Tyrique Stevenson standing out in this camp.— Mark Grote (@grotesports) July 29, 2024
Offense had strong start in 11-on-11 but struggled during 2-minute drill
Offense struggled in two minute situation. Montez Swear would have had a sack.
Tory Taylor pinned the opposing team at the 2 yard line with a really nice punt.— Zack Pearson (@Zack_Pearson) July 29, 2024
Offense focused on pre-snap procedures
The Bears practiced inside the Walter Payton Center this morning. The offense emphasized pre-snap procedures and worked with a more sound operation. Nate Davis and Kyler Gordon were among those not practicing. pic.twitter.com/N1pif8wz3w
— Chris Emma (@CEmma670) July 29, 2024
Caleb Williams impressed during red zone session
Caleb Williams with some HIGHLY impressive touch in a red zone session Monday at Halas Hall.
During 11-on-11, he lofted two touchdown passes perfectly over the outstretched arms of defenders, connecting with Keenan Allen and Rome Odunze for six points.— Sean Hammond (@sean_hammond) July 29, 2024
Bears practice just wrapped. Light day.
Caleb Williams had two brilliant TD throws -- one to Rome Odunze and one to Keenan Allen -- during red zone work.
Only one delay of game penalty. zero false starts.
No Kyler Gordon, Nate Davis, Jacob Martin, Travis Homer, Nsimba…— Josh Schrock (@Schrock_And_Awe) July 29, 2024
Offensive line with Nate Davis' absence
Bears were indoors for practice No. 8 (no pads) due to weather.
Not practicing: Davis, Gordon, Homer, Wheeler, Martin, Webster
1st team OL: Coleman Shelton at center with Ryan Bates at RG in place of Nate Davis. pic.twitter.com/deGu5XxHJh— Courtney Cronin (@CourtneyRCronin) July 29, 2024
Day 8 highlights
Highlights from Bears camp today, which was held indoors and without pads on.
- Caleb Williams had two nice TDs in a red zone period to Keenan Allen and Rome Odunze
- First defense won the situational period. Montez Sweat probably had a sack. He held up his hands. No contact— Adam Jahns (@adamjahns) July 29, 2024
Attendance updates
Bears practiced inside the Walter Payton center today. No pads. Nate Davis, Kyler Gordon, Travis Homer, Jacob Martin, Nsimba Webster and Ian Wheeler did not participate.
Play of the day: Caleb Williams' anticipatory TD throw to Rome Odunze in the back corner of the end zone.— Kevin Fishbain (@kfishbain) July 29, 2024
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