Key takeaways from Chicago Bears preseason win over Seahawks

The Chicago Bears moved to 2-0 in the 2022 preseason following their impressive 27-11 victory over the Seattle Seahawks Thursday. It was a clean performance by a Bears team on a short week after defeating the Kansas City Chiefs in the preseason opener just five days earlier.

Quarterback Justin Fields played only one series, but for the second week in a row, he looked like a more mature player. He finished Thursday night completing 5-of-7 passes for 39 yards and led Chicago to a field goal on their opening series. Fields' pocket presence, something the Bears' coaching staff emphasized was a critical factor in his development this week, was strong. He was under consistent pressure during his brief appearance, and while it was only a small sample size, Fields didn't appear rattled.

Justin Fields continues to mature

Fields' best play of the night came on this throw to tight end Cole Kmet, who was one of Fields' favorite targets on his only series:

Offensive coordinator Luke Getsy put Justin Fields on the move and gave him a layered targets concept to choose from. Kmet, the intermediate target, worked himself free and the result was a 20-yard gain. Fields trusted his processing and rather than tuck and run, which he could have, he took the easy chunk play.

Chicago Bears fans should feel good about what they saw from Fields in this game. He's getting better with every rep.

Cole Kmet on track to be No. 2 target in Bears' offense

Speaking of Kmet, the third-year tight end looked the part of a bailout option for Fields against the Seahawks defense. While not overly impressive after the catch, his physical style of play should provide for consistent yards after contact. I don't think Kmet will emerge as one of the NFL's top playmaking tight ends, but he has a good chance at being second on this team in targets in 2022 as his chemistry grows with Fields.

Kyler Gordon, Velus Jones Jr. impressive in debuts

We got to see some Chicago Bears rookies make their debuts Thursday night, and neither disappointed.

Second-round pick Kyler Gordon looked the part of a heat-seeking missile in the secondary. He was aggressive when attacking the ball and nearly came up with a sack of Seahawks cornerback Geno Smith

Some guys prove quickly that they have what it takes to be successful NFL players. Gordon looked the part last night. There's little doubt he'll emerge as one of the Chicago Bears' most important players by season's end.

Third-round wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. took advantage of his opportunities against the Seattle, too. He had the most dazzling play of the night with this 48-yard punt return that showcased how much faster he is than everyone else on the field:

Jones made a 48-yard play look routine; he covered nearly 50 yards in the blink of an eye. It's the kind of play that reveals why general manager Ryan Poles was so high on him. Getsy will scheme ways to get the ball in his hands so he can turn offensive touches into big plays like he had on special teams in his debut.

Teven Jenkins solid at right guard

Last year's second-round pick, Teven Jenkins, made his debut at right guard and he was... fine. He was strong and powerful as an interior player and did his part to open running lanes and maintain pocket integrity for Fields. It wasn't a perfect outing for Jenkins, who did end up on the ground more than you'd like from an offensive lineman, but there's a very real chance he could emerge as the Chicago Bears' opening-day starter at right guard.

Bears defense playing as one

The Bears' defense had a solid showing despite not having a shining star. They rattled Smith from his first snap until he left the game and gave Seattle no opportunities to make a big play. They were a disciplined bunch, too. Chicago hasn't been sloppy with penalties and appear to be buying what coach Matt Eberflus is selling.

Overall, it was a good night for a Chicago Bears team that's focused on exceeding expectations in 2022.