The Chicago Bears have a record of 1-1, but their offense has been struggling to maintain a steady flow in their first two games. However, rookie wide receiver Rome Odunze shouldn’t be blamed for this issue.

On social media platform X, ESPN’s Dan Orlovsky criticized the former Washington Huskies player for not being able to create separation on the field, impacting his chemistry with rookie quarterback Caleb Williams. In response, Odunze’s father posted footage showing the young receiver executing a slant route and getting open for what could have been an easy touchdown throw in their Week 1 matchup against the Tennessee Titans.

Orlovsky commented, “The Bears and Caleb need to become more comfortable giving Rome opportunities even when he’s covered. Right now, Rome isn’t getting open at this level — Caleb will have to learn to throw him some contested passes.”

Later that same day, James Odunze shared the video of Rome again, directly addressing Orlovsky with the caption: “Here’s a quick two-game reference guide for someone with the initials D.O. working for the Entertainment & Sports Programming Network With respect.”

Notably, Odunze was not the target on that specific play, which ended up being an incompletion as Williams threw to veteran receiver Keenan Allen on a different side of the field.

Rome Odunze’s Performance Stats

Over his first two games, Odunze has received nine targets—four during the Week 1 game against the Titans and five in the following match against the Houston Texans on Sunday night.

As of Week 2, he’s made three receptions for a total of 44 yards but has yet to score a touchdown.