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Zavion Thomas scores 97-yard TD in Bears preseason win
Chicago Bears rookie wide receiver Zavion Thomas made a significant impact in the team's 24-15 preseason victory over the Tennessee Titans. After missing the first two preseason games due to a knee injury, Thomas recorded five receptions for 140 yards.
Thomas's standout moment occurred on his very first NFL play, where he caught a 97-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Tyson Bagent. The play, which included a double move to bypass a defender, was the longest touchdown of the preseason. Thomas also contributed to special teams with a 39-yard punt return.
Following the game, head coach Ben Johnson noted Thomas's production in both the receiving and punt return units. While the win secured a 2-1 preseason record for Chicago, the game also saw injuries to running back Brittain Brown, who entered concussion protocol, and defensive back Jaylon Jones and receiver Ray-Ray McCloud, who suffered hamstring injuries.
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Ben Johnson · Chicago Bears · Tennessee Titans · Tyson Bagent · Zavion Thomas
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Defensive back Jaylon Jones and receiver Ray-Ray McCloud sustained hamstring injuries. www.hawaiitribune-herald.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Running back Brittain Brown was placed in concussion protocol following the game. www.hawaiitribune-herald.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Zavion Thomas finished the game with five receptions for 140 yards. www.chicitysports.com · www.hawaiitribune-herald.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Tyson Bagent called Zavion Thomas's 97-yard touchdown on his first NFL play the greatest start in NFL history. www.hawaiitribune-herald.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Chicago Bears won their preseason finale against the Tennessee Titans with a score of 24-15. www.chicitysports.com · www.hawaiitribune-herald.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Zavion Thomas caught a 97-yard touchdown pass on his first official NFL play. www.chicitysports.com · www.hawaiitribune-herald.com · www.sportsmockery.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Coach Ben Johnson commented on Zavion Thomas's production as both a receiver and a punt returner. www.hawaiitribune-herald.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Zavion Thomas recorded a 39-yard punt return during the game. www.sportsmockery.com · www.hawaiitribune-herald.com