Bears’ future on display as Williams–Loveland chemistry shines in narrow loss

Key Highlights

• As Williams extended the play, film showed the rookie tight end breaking free in the back of the end zone, creating a brief window where the throw was there to be made. Chicago's future reliant on Williams-Loveland connectionThat chemistry matters for Chicago’s future.
• Williams and Loveland are the Bears’ last two first-round picks, and the offense is built around their ability to grow together.
• Loveland’s best outing this season came in Week 7 against Cincinnati, when he posted six catches for 118 yards and two touchdowns.
• After that, the rookie averaged just 42 receiving yards over the next seven games before rebounding Sunday night. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThrough 17 weeks, Loveland has totaled 622 yards on 69 receptions with four touchdowns.
• Williams finished the loss 25-of-42 for 330 yards and two scores.