Chicago Bears Pass Protection Analysis on the Sacks Allowed vs Vikings
The Vikings got to the Bears' quarterbacks 4 times, and @wiltfongjr breaks them all down here.
The Minnesota Vikings sacked Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams multiple times during a game on September 20, 2026, at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois. The Vikings' defensive coordinator, Brian Flores, is known for his blitz-heavy defensive schemes, with a 75.9% blitz rate in the first two games, far surpassing other teams like the Carolina Panthers at 48.1%. During the game, 15 different players on Flores' defense attempted to rush the passer, showcasing the complexity of the Vikings' pass protection strategy.
One notable sack occurred in the second quarter when Williams was sacked for a 17-yard loss by Vikings linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel. The Bears initially tried to protect Williams by sliding their pass protection to the left, leaving outside linebacker Dallas Turner unblocked on the right side. However, Van Ginkel blitzed from the outside, forcing Turner to stay in front of Williams, allowing Van Ginkel to sack him.
This play could have been attributed to both Williams' evasion attempt and defensive tackle Darnell Wright's failure to properly cover Turner.
Another important sack happened in the fourth quarter when Williams was once again sacked, this time by linebacker Blake Cashman for no yards. This sack occurred after Williams pulled his hamstring, turning the play into a forced turnover. Cashman's credit for the sack was given because he made contact with Williams.
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