Grading Every Bears Position Group After Week 1 Win Over Panthers

After a Week 1 win over the Carolina Panthers, the Chicago Bears earned strong early marks in a position-by-position review of the 59-37 game in Charlotte, North Carolina. The quarterback grade went to Caleb “Iceman” Williams with an A+, highlighted by accuracy and big-game momentum, including two rushing touchdowns and runs recorded over 20 miles per hour. Running backs also received an A+, with D’Andre Swift rushing for 124 yards and three scores on 18 carries, and Kyle Monangai adding 100 yards plus a 61-yard touchdown. Wide receivers were graded B, citing a lost fumble by Luther Burden III but otherwise strong blocking and catches, with Kalif Raymond leading with 84 yards on eight receptions.