Bears QB Caleb Williams' struggles continue in loss to Texans, but who's to blame?

Conversely, when given time to throw on anything other than an underneath route, most of Williams' attempts fell incomplete due to a lack of timing or simply missing his spot. However, the lack of a rushing attack and leaky offensive line play could have played a role. 

The Bears' offensive line didn't help Williams, allowing 11 QB hits and seven sacks on the night. Likewise, running backs D'Andre Swift, Khalil Herbert and Travis Homer combined for only 27 rushing yards (17 carries), offering little support out of the backfield. 

The Texans blitzed early and often but also delivered consistent pressure even when rushing five defenders. With little time to throw and zero run-game to fall back on, it was open season on Williams. 

If not for the 12 penalties committed by the Texans and a strong effort from the Bears defense, Sunday night's contest might not have been that close. Without those factors, Williams' play and that of the offense would be a more glaring weakness than they already are.

It's not time to push the panic button yet. But it's clear that the Bears and Williams have plenty to figure out before the expectations built in the offseason can come to fruition.