Bears starting quarterback Caleb Williams will not play in Sunday’s preseason opener.
Back-up signal-caller Tyson Bagent will start and play the first half of the exhibition game against the Dolphins.
The Bears plans to sideline up to nine starters on each side of the ball.
Chicago had their first joint practice on Friday against another NFL team.
They worked out against Miami at Hallas Hall in Lake Forest.
August 8, 2025