Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams had a rocky start in his rookie season back in 2024, leading the team to a 5-12 record. But fast forward to his sophomore year, and Williams flipped the script, guiding the Bears into the postseason.
The former Heisman Trophy winner showcased his skills, throwing for 3,942 yards and 27 touchdowns-both career highs. Yet, his postseason play stirred up some mixed reactions.
Former New York Jets scout Daniel Kelly stirred the pot with his take on Williams, suggesting that the quarterback might be setting up games for dramatic finishes. Kelly took to social media, pointing out Williams' tendency to hold the ball too long and his less-than-stellar accuracy-58.1% during the regular season and 52.2% in the playoffs.
Kelly claimed, "Caleb Williams creates his own drama at the end of games. He loves being the hero, playing 'hero ball,' and making highlights. It’s something he’s been doing since his USC days, where he earned the nickname 'Superman.'"
Williams made a splash in his postseason debut during the wild-card round against the Green Bay Packers, orchestrating a historic comeback that had Chicago fans buzzing.
In the offseason, the Bears are making moves to bolster their roster after a tough loss to the Los Angeles Rams in the divisional round. One of those moves includes trading for Patriots center Garrett Bradbury in exchange for a 2027 fifth-round pick. Bradbury, excited to join the Bears, had nothing but praise for Williams.
“I’ve heard great things about him, and that reaffirmed everything that I’ve heard," Bradbury shared. "He’s an awesome guy and player. I’m looking forward to working with him, helping in any way I can, and learning from him as well."
Bradbury's arrival comes on the heels of center Drew Dalman's unexpected retirement earlier this month, adding a new dynamic to the Bears' offensive line.