Caleb Williams has never been one to shy away from big dreams. From the moment he stepped into the NFL, his sights were set on greatness, with ambitions as high as Tom Brady's seven Super Bowl rings.
While reaching that pinnacle is a tall order, Williams is undeterred. His latest goal?
To lead the Chicago Bears to not just the top of the NFL, but to become the most potent offense in league history.
In a recent appearance on Maxx Crosby’s podcast, Williams laid out his vision for the 2026 season. He’s aiming for the Bears to claim the title of the NFL’s #1 offense.
But he’s not stopping there; he’s gunning for the record books, eyeing the Denver Broncos' 2013 record of 37.9 points per game. It’s a lofty target, and Williams is all in, dedicating his offseason to this ambitious pursuit.
The Bears’ offense showed promise last year, averaging 25.9 points per game-a commendable achievement considering the franchise's historical struggles on offense. But Williams is looking to shatter ceilings.
The 1985 Bears hold the franchise record with 28.5 points per game, and no team has hit the 30 mark since 1956. In fact, the NFL hasn't seen a team average 35 points since 2018.
Here's a look at the top-scoring teams in NFL history:
- Denver Broncos - 37.9 PPG (2013)
- New England Patriots - 36.8 PPG (2007)
- Kansas City Chiefs - 35.3 PPG (2018)
- Green Bay Packers - 35.0 PPG (2011)
- New England Patriots - 34.8 PPG (2012)
- Minnesota Vikings - 34.8 PPG (1998)
- New Orleans Saints - 34.2 PPG (2011)
- Washington Redskins - 33.8 PPG (1983)
- Atlanta Falcons - 33.8 PPG (2016)
- St.
Louis Rams - 33.8 PPG (2000)
While the challenge is daunting, Williams’ talent and the presence of offensive coordinator Ben Johnson make it plausible. Johnson’s 2024 Lions averaged 33.2 points per game, and with the Bears battling injuries last season, a healthy roster and a fortified offensive line could make all the difference.
The key to this offensive explosion lies in the Bears' young talent. History shows that legendary offenses are built on exceptional players.
The 1998 Vikings had Randy Moss and Cris Carter, the 2000-2001 Rams boasted Isaac Bruce, Tory Holt, and Marshall Faulk, and the 2018 Chiefs featured Travis Kelce and Tyreek Hill. The Bears have the potential for such greatness, with Colston Loveland already drawing comparisons to Kelce.
The development of Rome Odunze and Luther Burden will be crucial in reaching those heights.
For Williams, it’s all about consistency and execution. Despite their explosive plays, the Bears ranked only 7th in offensive efficiency last season, largely due to their rushing prowess.
Williams acknowledges his need to improve his completion percentage, a focus of his offseason work. If he can elevate his game, this ambitious goal might just be within reach.