Caleb Williams has built a noticeable connection with new Bears wideout Olamide Zaccheaus in camp, with Zaccheaus emerging as a standout and Williams noting a strong on- and off-field rapport. In a preseason clash with Buffalo, Williams hit Zaccheaus on a slant for a 36-yard TD on the opening series, underscoring the potential for Zaccheaus to become a favored target. Williams’ candid praise of Zaccheaus’ work ethic and communication hints at trust growing quickly entering the regular season.

Chicago’s offense is stacked with weapons, but the core storyline centers on Williams and Zaccheaus sharpening timing and mental reps. If the chemistry persists, Zaccheaus could carve out a meaningful role in Ben Johnson’s scheme, providing a high-leverage option in fantasy drafts. The summer chatter suggests a real, growing connection that fantasy managers should monitor as the season approaches.

Week 2 of NFL preseason spotlighted former Trojans staking their claims in the league. Caleb Williams flashed in his first action, delivering a 36-yard TD to Olamide Zaccheaus after a six-completion, 31-yard day, signaling development and upside in Chicago’s depth chart. Brandon Pili plugged a big Seahawks play, pulling down Elijah Mitchell for a safety and illustrating his roster bubble case on a team hungry for pass protection and upside depth.

Woody Marks emerged after a rocky opener, grinding out 40 yards on seven carries and occasionally sharing a backfield with Kedon Slovis, who has bounced through Pitt and BYU after USC. Isaiah Pola-Mao stiffened the Raiders’ secondary with four tackles, while Tahj Washington offered a tantalizing blend of pace and versatility for Miami. Olamide Zaccheaus connected with Williams for a key long play, hinting at chemistry to monitor as rosters tighten.

Kedon Slovis’ Texans and these backs and defensive backs are all on watch lists as teams trim rosters, evaluate depth, and project roles for Week 1. The overarching throughline is clear: veterans mixing with roster bubbles are setting the stage for fantasy decision-making, especially at quarterback and skilled positions. Expect continued shifts as final preseason games refine rotations and potential Week 1 bets come into sharper focus.

Buffalo’s 38-0 setback to Chicago highlighted depth issues as the Bills leaned on backups while resting most regulars, including Josh Allen, to keep them fresh for the regular season. Chicago’s attack, guided by Caleb Williams in the narrative drive, connected for a 36-yard Zaccheaus TD on a 92-yard opening march. Buffalo was outgained 528-180, committed 10 penalties to five, and showed a need to tighten fundamentals from the first unit to the second and third squads.

Coach Sean McDermott stressed not overreacting to the exhibition results but insisted Buffalo must improve across the board, especially with the defense and situational fundamentals. The results will feed roster evaluations this week as Buffalo prepares for a Week 1 date with Baltimore. For fantasy and betting, Bears show some real-world rhythm in Williams’ tenor and Zaccheaus’ red-zone potential, while Bills depth players carry risk until the starter-heavy lineup returns to form.

Caleb Williams opened Chicago’s preseason with a seven-play, 92-yard TD drive, signaling the Bears’ top-line ambition and a fast, identity-driven offense. Williams connected with Zaccheaus for a 36-yard TD and showed rhythm with Moore, Odunze and Loveland on a drive that stressed tempo and accuracy, finishing 6-for-10 for 107 yards in 13 snaps. The performance laid a clear blueprint: an explosive, spread-ready attack that can lean on a receiver corps with Zaccheaus and Odunze while still feeding a pair of tight ends in Loveland and Kmet.

Behind Williams, Tyson Bagent directed Chicago’s third drive, completing 13 of 22 passes for 196 yards and a TD, offering a glimpse at the QB room’s depth. While the Bills rested starters, the Bears seized the moment to showcase the growth mindset Williams has emphasized all camp, translating practice wins into a proving-ground success. For fantasy managers, Williams’ early preseason command, paired with a diversified receiver set and active TE use, suggests upside if he remains the focal point and if the line stabilizes enough to sustain the scheme.

Chicago rolled to a 38-0 win over Buffalo in a dominant preseason showing. Caleb Williams sparked the offense with a seven-play, 92-yard drive that ended in a 36-yard TD to Olamide Zaccheaus, signaling comfort in Ben Johnson’s system. Tyson Bagent followed with three straight scoring drives across two quarters, flashing accuracy (13-of-22, 196 yards, 1 TD) and leadership. Ian Wheeler carved out a prominent role with 80 rushing yards on 19 carries and two scores, while Colston Loveland, Luther Burden III and Zaccheaus supplied reliable targets. The defense stifled Buffalo, forcing sacks and takeaways behind Chicago’s aggressive front.