# Caleb Williams sets Bears' offensive ceiling after Week 1 blowout

> Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams declares scoring every drive the team's offensive standard after a 59-37 Week 1 rout of the Panthers.
- Title: Caleb Williams sets Bears' offensive ceiling after Week 1…
- Summary: Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams declares scoring every drive the team's offensive standard after a 59-37 Week 1 rout of the Panthers. Bears' offense…
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- Source: Newsweek — https://newsweek.com/sports/nfl/caleb-williams-sends-bold-message-about-bears-ceiling-after-week-1-blowout-12453151
- Author: Rowan Fisher-Shotton
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: caleb williams, chicago bears, panthers, nfl, week 1, scoring, offensive ceiling, carolina panthers
## Bears dominate Panthers
Chicago Bears outscored Carolina Panthers 59-37 in Week 1, the highest combined points in NFL history.

> I think scoring every drive is our mindset. That's the potential of us. And that's an internal expectation.
## Offensive ceiling
Caleb Williams stated the Bears aim to score on every drive, a new offensive standard for the season.
## Week 1 stats
Bears scored on 9 of 14 drives, punted twice, and converted 10 of 14 third downs in the game.
## Rushing attack
D'Andre Swift ran for 124 yards and three touchdowns, while Kyle Monangai added 100 yards and a touchdown.
## Panthers defense
Carolina Panthers defense allowed 59 points, their most in franchise history, with 15 interceptions last season.
## Key takeaway

Bears' offense aims to score on every drive, setting a high bar for the season.