{
  "id": 3852580,
  "title": "6 takeaways from Chicago Bears joint practice with Tennessee Titans",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/6-takeaways-from-chicago-bears-joint-practice-with-tennessee-titans",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-28T00:29:49.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/6-takeaways-chicago-bears-joint-002949914.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Here are six takeaways from the Chicago Bears' joint practice with the Tennessee Titans:\n\n1. Caleb Williams showed he can thrive in hot weather, completing 9-for-11 passes with six straight completions and making special plays, including a layered throw to Rome Odunze.\n\n2. The Bears' defense was once again plagued by injuries, with top cornerback Jaylon Johnson and starting cornerbacks Jaylon Johnson and Tyrique Stevenson exiting practice early due to arm and leg injuries, respectively.\n\n3. Colston Loveland made a strong impression with the Bears, making big plays and bouncing off would-be tacklers, earning praise from multiple media members.\n\n4. The Bears' tight ends had a standout day, with Zach Miller drawing the attention of Titans media and showcasing his skills with trick plays and catches.\n\n5. Starting left tackle Braxton Jones had a concerning practice, getting blown up by defensive end Jermaine Johnson in a particularly brutal play that could signal the end of his starting job.\n\n6. Safety Xavier Woods' aggressive play drew criticism, with Titans coach Robert Saleh calling it \"cheap\" and guard Peter Skoronksi stating it was unacceptable.",
  "summary": "The Chicago Bears took part in a joint practice with the Tennessee Titans on Thursday. Here's what we learned.",
  "key_points": [
    "Caleb Williams thrived in hot weather, completing passes with precision",
    "Bears defense suffered injuries to key players like Jaylon Johnson",
    "Colston Loveland impressed with big plays and defensive skills"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The Chicago Bears' joint practice with the Tennessee Titans exposed vulnerabilities in their lineup, particularly with starting left tackle Braxton Jones and safety Xavier Woods, while showcasing promising talent in others.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Sights and sounds from Titans joint practice with the Bears",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/sights-and-sounds-from-titans-joint-practice-with-the-bears",
        "published": "2026-08-28T02:43:06.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}