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Bears QB Caleb Williams ends dubious No. 1 pick streak

brendan sugrue, bears wire
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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - SEPTEMBER 08: Caleb Williams #18 of the Chicago Bears warms up before the game against the Tennessee Titans at Soldier Field on September 08, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images)

Chicago Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams didn't have the best debut, but his team was able to help end a dubious drought when it comes to No. 1 picks at his position. With the Bears' 24-17 win over the Tennessee Titans, Williams became the first quarterback picked No. 1 in the NFL Draft to win his debut.

The Bears quarterback struggled in his debut for much of the day, going 14-of-29 for 93 yards, no touchdowns, and no interceptions. He was carried thanks to his defense and special teams, both of which scored touchdowns.

Williams becomes the first quarterback picked No. 1 to win his first game since David Carr with the Houston Texans in 2002. That list includes players such as Alex Smith, Eli Manning, Matthew Stafford, Andrew Luck, and Trevor Lawrence.

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