The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Chicago Bears, 23-7, at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois, Saturday afternoon to improve to 1-2 on the preseason.
Alex Smith completed 20 of 30 attempts for 181 yards and also rushed for 25 more yards while Spencer Ware scored his third touchdown rushing of the preseason.
The Chiefs defense held the Bears to just 18 total yards, and -7 passing yards, in the first half as the Chiefs built a 13-0 lead after 30 minutes.
On the Chiefs second offensive drive, one of the best plays of the game came as they faced third-and-14 at the Chicago 38-yard line. Two plays after he was sacked, Smith felt the pressure again and scrambled for 17 yards for a Chiefs first down. They would eventually settle for a 20-yard field goal attempt on the drive, however, and Santos connected to give the Chiefs a 3-0 lead. Santos later hit a 28-yard field goal to extend the lead to 6-0.
On the final Chiefs offensive possession of the half, Smith, starting at the 30-yard line, drove the Chiefs 70 yards down the field. Spencer Ware finished the drive off with a 1-yard touchdown, his third score of the preseason.
The Chiefs went into the halftime locker room with the 13-0 lead.
Andy Reid sent the Chiefs second team out to start the third quarter, and it was able to hold the Bears first-team offense to a 48-yard field goal try, which they missed.
Nick Foles came in to lead the second-team offense for their first drive of the game in the third quarter. Foles and the Chiefs faced third and 20. Out of the shotgun, Foles launched a ball all the way down the field into the hands of WR Tyreek Hill for a 58-yard gain. It was the longest pass of the preseason for any Chiefs quarterback and wide receiver.
Five plays later, running back Darrin Reaves took it 4 yards for the touchdown and 20-0 lead.
Cairo Santos' longest field goal of the day was a 41-yarder, which he hit in the fourth quarter to make it 23-0 Kansas City.
The Bears had a late touchdown when Connor Shaw found WR Cameron Meredith in the middle of the field for a 16-yard touchdown, but by then it was too late for the Bears.
Hill led the team in yards receiving with 58.
Derrick Johnson had a share of the team lead in tackles for the Chiefs defense with 4 (3 solo) and he had a sack. Dontari Poe recorded a sack on Jay Cutler to close the first half.
The Chiefs will return home to Arrowhead Stadium this Thursday to play in their fourth and final preseason game against the Green Bay Packers. The game time is 7:00 p.m. CT.
Photos from the Chiefs third preseason game against the Chicago Bears
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Justin March (59) dives for Chicago Bears running back Jeremy Langford (33) during the first half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (81) catches a kickoff during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Jeremy Maclin (19) makes a catch during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Steven Nelson (20) on the field during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Mitchell Schwartz (71) looks to block Chicago Bears defensive lineman Akiem Hicks (96) during the first half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith (11) rolls out of the pocket during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs running back Anthony Sherman (42) runs past Chicago Bears linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) during the first half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid looks up at the scoreboard during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith (11) runs with the ball during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Derrick Johnson (56) makes a call on the field during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Eric Fisher (72) blocks Chicago Bears linebacker Sam Acho (49) during the first half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs place kicker Cairo Santos (5) points up to the sky after making a field goal during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Derrick Johnson (56) sacks Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) during the first half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Derrick Johnson (56) celebrates a sack with defensive back Daniel Sorensen (49) during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Eric Murray (21) defends Chicago Bears defensive back Sherrick McManis (27) during the first half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Ron Parker (38) talks with defensive back Marcus Peters (22) during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Jaye Howard (96) wraps up Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) during the first half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Justin March (59) wraps up Chicago Bears running back Jeremy Langford (33) during the first half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Marcus Peters (22) defends Chicago Bears wide receiver Alshon Jeffery (17) during the first half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs take on the Chicago Bears in a preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Zach Fulton (73) at the line of scrimmage during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Members of the Kansas City Chiefs on the sideline during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith (11) throws a pass during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) runs through the tackle of Chicago Bears cornerback Ryan White (31) during the first half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) signals a first down during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Parker Ehinger (79) battles Chicago Bears defensive lineman Eddie Goldman (91) during the first half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Daniel Munyer (64) blocks Chicago Bears linebacker Willie Young (97) during the first half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Chicago Bears running back Jacquizz Rodgers (35) is dragged down by Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Dontari Poe (92) during the first half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Chris Jones (95) celebrates during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Demetrius Harris (84) is tripped up by Chicago Bears defensive back Harold Jones-Quartey (29) after making a catch during the first half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Demetrius Harris (84) makes a catch during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (81) leaps over teammate tight end Travis Kelce (87) during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs running back Spencer Ware (32) carries the ball during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs running back Spencer Ware (32) stretches across the goal line to score a touchdown during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs running back Spencer Ware (32) celebrates a touchdown during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid on the sideline during the first half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs place kicker Cairo Santos (5) kicks off during the second half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Chicago Bears wide receiver Alshon Jeffery (17) is dragged down by Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Jamell Fleming (30) during the second half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Jamell Fleming (30) stops Chicago Bears running back Ka'Deem Carey (25) during the second half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Ramik Wilson (53) wrestle down Chicago Bears running back Ka'Deem Carey (25) during the second half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Ramik Wilson (53) wrestle down Chicago Bears running back Ka'Deem Carey (25) during the second half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Jimmy Staten (94) attempts to block a field goal during the second half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Nick Foles (4) drops back to pass during the second half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (81) turns back to make a catch over Chicago Bears defensive back Deiondre' Hall (32) during the second half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (81) runs past Chicago Bears defensive back Deiondre' Hall (32) during the second half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs running back Darrin Reaves (24) celebrates a touchdown during the second half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Chris Jones (95) drags down Chicago Bears running back Ka'Deem Carey (25) during the second half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Chris Jones (95) celebrates a tackle during the second half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Terrance Smith (62) stops Chicago Bears wide receiver Joshua Bellamy (11) in his tracks during the second half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Chicago Bears wide receiver Joshua Bellamy (11) is brought down by Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Terrance Smith (62) and defensive back Marcus Cooper (31) during the second half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Dadi Nicolas (52) leaps in an attempt to block a punt during the second half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
A football lays on the field during the Kansas City Chiefs preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Jarrod Pughsley (60) blocks Chicago Bears defensive lineman Jonathan Bullard (74) during the second half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Aaron Murray (7) throws a pass during the second half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Frankie Hammond (85) makes a catch in front of Chicago Bears defensive back Deiondre' Hall (32) during the second half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Chicago Bears running back Jordan Howard (24) is brought down by Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Ramik Wilson (53) during the second half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Dadi Nicolas (52) battles Chicago Bears tight end Khari Lee (82) during the second half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs running back Knile Davis (34) runs past Chicago Bears cornerback Ryan White (31) during the second half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
A Kansas City Chiefs fan holds up a flag during the second half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rod Streater (10) is defended by Chicago Bears defensive back Deiondre' Hall (32) during the second half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Jordan Devey (77) battles Chicago Bears defensive lineman Keith Browner (76) during the second half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end James O'Shaughnessy (82) runs past Chicago Bears defensive back DeAndre Houston-Carson (36) during the second half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Brock Vereen (43) defends Chicago Bears wide receiver Joshua Bellamy (11) during the second half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs running back Darrin Reaves (24) leaps at the ankles of Chicago Bears wide receiver Daniel Braverman (83) during the second half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Nick Williams (98) lines up during the second half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid on the sideline during the second half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs fans dressed as nuns in the stands during the second half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Jeron Johnson (39) wraps up Chicago Bears wide receiver Cameron Meredith (81) during the second half of the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Kevin Hogan (8) hands the ball of to running back Knile Davis (34) during the second half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Da'Ron Brown (1) makes a catch during the second half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive back KeiVarae Russell (26) on the field during the second half of the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Kevin Hogan (8) fist bumps offensive lineman Jarrod Pughsley (60) after the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois. The Chiefs beat the Bears 23-7.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Jeron Johnson (39) poses for a picture with Chicago Bears offensive lineman Charles Leno (72) after the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Chris Jones (95) yells with excitement after the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (81) exchanges jerseys with Chicago Bears cornerback Kevin Peterson (25) after the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman David King (93), long snapper James Winchester (41), and defensive back Jamell Fleming (30) pose for a picture with Chicago Bears defensive back Demontre Hurst (30) after the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Marcus Cooper (31) exchanges jerseys with Chicago Bears wide receiver B.J. Daniels (1) after the preseason game, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kansas City Chiefs long snapper James Winchester (41) high fives fans after the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois. The Chiefs beat the Bears 23-7.
Kansas City Chiefs fans celebrate after the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois. The Chiefs beat the Bears 23-7.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) high fives fans after the preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Saturday, August 27, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois. The Chiefs beat the Bears 23-7.
