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Zavion Thomas steals the show in debut as Chicago Bears cap preseason with 24-15 win over Tennessee Titans

Rookie Zavion Thomas’s 97‑yard dash propels Bears to preseason win, igniting fan hope and Titans’ defensive worries

By · Published August 30, 2026 at 13:30 UTC · Updated August 30, 2026 at 15:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: Chicago Bears · Bears Wire · Yahoo Sports · Fox News · NBC Sports · Chicago Tribune.

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What happened

Bears fans will feel a surge of optimism as the rookie wide receiver delivers a game‑changing play in a 24‑15 preseason victory, while the Tennessee Titans confront fresh doubts about a secondary that succumbed to a 97‑yard score. The win gives Chicago a morale boost heading into the regular season, and the dramatic finish raises expectations for Zavion Thomas’s role. The optimism traces back to Thomas’s explosive debut, where his first NFL snap unfolded into a 97‑yard touchdown that secured Chicago’s 24‑15 win.

The Titans’ inability to contain the rookie highlighted a defensive vulnerability that could influence their preseason adjustments. For the Bears, the clutch performance on his very first play may accelerate his integration into the offensive rotation. Fox News reported the 97‑yard touchdown, NBC Sports noted it occurred on his first play, and the Chicago Tribune emphasized Thomas stealing the show in the 24‑15 win.

Bears Wire captured teammate Luther Burden’s reaction, while Yahoo Sports quoted Thomas’s post‑game interview in which he said he torched the Titans defender. The mixed media coverage underscores the play’s impact, but whether this breakout will translate into a regular‑season roster spot remains an open question.

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What was the length of Zavion Thomas’s touchdown in his preseason debut?

It was a 97‑yard touchdown.

Which outlet reported that Thomas scored on his first NFL play?

NBC Sports reported that the touchdown occurred on his first NFL play.

What was the final score of the Bears’ preseason game against the Titans?

The Bears won 24‑15.

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