Minnesota eked out a 9-3 victory over Chicago in a defensive, low-scoring affair Sunday that was overshadowed by a late-game injury to Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams. Williams left the contest with what the team described as a hamstring issue and was carted from the field.
Carson Wentz, filling in at quarterback for the Vikings, completed a steady if unspectacular performance, throwing for 143 yards as Minnesota improved to 2-0. Running back Aaron Jones Sr. led the ground attack with 105 rushing yards, helping the visitors sustain enough drives to keep the Bears off the board for much of the afternoon.
The contest was marked by strong defensive work on both sides and limited offensive production, with Minnesota's scoring coming in the form of field goals. Chicago, meanwhile, was unable to capitalize on opportunities, and the late injury to Williams added further concern for the hosts as they regroup.
In New Orleans, Tyler Shough delivered a late touchdown that secured a surprise victory for the Saints over the Baltimore Ravens. Shough’s score came in the closing stages and proved decisive, enabling New Orleans to pull off the upset in front of a jubilant home crowd.
Both games underscored the early-season volatility around the league: a key injury to a high-profile rookie and a dramatic late-game swing that handed another team an unexpected win. Teams will now turn their attention to recovery and adjustments as the season progresses.