The Jacksonville Jaguars are facing a challenging halftime deficit against the Chicago Bears in London, with rookie sensation Caleb Williams leading the charge. Williams’ impressive 31-yard touchdown pass has put the Bears ahead 14-3 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
First-Half Recap: Bears Capitalize on Big Plays
The Jaguars had a golden opportunity to score earlier, but Gabe Davis dropped a touchdown pass from Trevor Lawrence in the end zone, forcing them to settle for a 30-yard field goal from Cam Little. That drive was a beauty, with 14 plays and 67 yards gained over 10 minutes, but ultimately didn’t yield the desired result.
On defense, the Jaguars have shown resilience, holding the Bears to a mere 7 yards in the first quarter, tied for the ninth-lowest in franchise history. However, they were burned by Williams’ 31-yard pass to Cole Kmet, which gave the Bears a 7-3 lead.
Jaguars’ Defense Bounces Back
The Jaguars’ defense bounced back with their first interception of the season, courtesy of Andre Cisco, denying the Bears a near-certain score. Cisco’s pick came at the 7-yard line, halting Chicago’s momentum.
Williams Shines on Final Drive
Williams continued to shine on the Bears’ final drive of the half, rushing for 43 yards to put his team in scoring range. He capped it off with a 2-yard touchdown pass to Kmet, securing the 14-3 lead with just 17 seconds left on the clock.
Halftime Stats: Chicago Bears in Control
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Score: Bears 14, Jaguars 3
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Total Yards: Bears 174, Jaguars 133
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Passing Yards: Caleb Williams (CHI) 123, Trevor Lawrence (JAX) 97
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Rushing Yards: Bears 51, Jaguars 36
Second-Half Preview: Jaguars Seek Comeback
As the Jaguars head into the second half, they’ll look to regroup and mount a comeback. Trevor Lawrence and the offense will aim to capitalize on scoring opportunities, while the defense will seek to contain Caleb Williams and the Bears’ offense.