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Chicago Bears rookie Zavion Thomas made headlines on Saturday against the Tennessee Titans, showcasing the potential that he brings to an already talented Chicago WR room. The third round 2026 NFL draft pick out of LSU made headlines right away in the Bears' third and final preseason game of 2026. On Chicago's first offensive snap of the game, QB Tyson Bagent found Thomas along the right sideline for a 97 yard touchdown pass, showcasing Thomas' breakaway speed and route running. In all, Thomas caught the ball 5 times for 140 yards and one touchdown on Saturday. He also added a kickoff return for 22 yards and a punt return for 39 yards, giving fans flashbacks to Devin Hester with his running style and speed.
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Rookie Zavion Thomas flashed elite speed with 5 catches, 140 yards, 1 TD in preseason.

Chicago Bears third-round 2026 rookie WR showcased elite breakaway speed and route-running ability in preseason Week 3 against Tennessee, catching 5 passes for 140 yards and 1 TD, including a 97-yard TD reception on the Bears' first offensive snap; also contributed 22 yards on kickoff returns and 39 yards on punt returns, drawing comparisons to Devin Hester's special teams explosiveness and running style.

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