Caleb Williams entered the NFL with cautionary optimism about joining the Chicago Bears as the top pick in the 2024 draft. With the team’s erratic history of instability, he had every reason to be skeptical, especially following the mid-season firing of Matt Eberflus.
Fortunately for Williams, the Bears’ decision to bring in former Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as head coach has injected a new sense of hope in Chicago. The pair is already establishing a strong foundation for what they hope will be a lasting, winning partnership.
During the Fanatics Fest in New York, Williams spoke about his budding rapport with Johnson. “Ben Johnson is great, and it’s not just Ben Johnson,” Williams said, as reported by Ryan Garcia of Empire Sports Media. “We have a young staff, but also an experienced one, blending new energy with seasoned insight. Ben Johnson and I have something special. He challenges me daily, in a way I respect and enjoy. He’s awesome.”
Building their chemistry off the field, Williams and Johnson often share informal lunches and discussions, forging a bond they hope will endure. Williams addressed Bears fans’ concerns about the franchise’s history of turnover, stating, “I know it’s usually a revolving door with coaches and quarterbacks, but our goal is to stay here for a long time.”
Since 2013, the Bears have cycled through four head coaches and 15 starting quarterbacks. Williams looks to rewrite that narrative. As a rookie, he passed for an impressive 3,541 yards, 20 touchdowns, and six interceptions, proving his potential to lead this team back to postseason glory.
