Caleb Williams keeps giving Bears fans exactly the kind of training camp show they’ve been waiting for.
On a short practice that lasted about 45 minutes, Williams wasted no time setting the tone. BearReport’s Zack Pearson said the quarterback opened 7-on-7 work with three straight touchdowns, connecting first with Colston Loveland and then hitting Rome Odunze on back-to-back throws.
“Bears practice is officially done for today. Short one as they went for about 45 min.
Caleb Williams started off 7 on 7 with three straight TDs. He threw one to Colston Loveland and then back to back to Rome Odunze.”
That kind of outing fits the broader picture around Chicago’s offense this camp. Last year, the chatter centered on the struggles of the unit under head coach Ben Johnson’s new scheme. This summer, the conversation has flipped, with Williams at the center of a group that looks far more dangerous heading toward the 2026 season.
The Bears’ passing game has plenty to work with. Odunze and Loveland give Williams a pair of weapons who can change the shape of a defense, and the offense is also getting healthier at the right time. Rookie wide receiver Zavion Thomas is back on the field after his injury, while Luther Burden III remains out but is still considered on track to be ready by Week 1.
There’s movement on the offensive line, too. Ozzy Trapilo might be back by Week 1 at left tackle, which would give the unit another boost.
The one injury concern on offense right now is running back Kyle Monangai, who is week-to-week after hyperextending his knee.
Even with that setback, Williams continues to look like the engine of everything Chicago wants to do. His accuracy appears to be sharper, and his decision-making has come a long way from where it was last year. The expectations around him are only growing, with some already seeing an NFL MVP path in front of him.
For now, though, the most important thing is simpler: Williams is steering the offense like a quarterback who looks more comfortable by the day. With the Cincinnati Bengals joint practice coming up, the Bears appear ready for the next test.
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