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Chicago Bears Week 2 NFL Power Rankings Roundup

The Chicago Bears kicked off their 2026 campaign with an unprecedented offensive display, outscoring the Carolina Panthers 59-37 to mark the highest-scoring opening-week matchup in NFL history. Head coach Ben Johnson revealed in a subsequent ESPN Chicago discussion that he contemplated attempting a two-point conversion to reach the 60-point threshold.

Despite the explosive road output, quarterback Caleb Williams, entering his second year under Johnson, critically assessed the performance as the unit's poorest showing.

The record-setting 1-0 debut vaulted Chicago into the top five of national Week 2 power rankings, fueling early discussions of potential championship contention. During the high-scoring clash, Williams was also spotted handing off to Kyle Monangai during second-quarter action.