US EditionBetter practices show Bears QB Caleb Williams has gained confidence in new offense
COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, JUL 31 – After initial turnover struggles, Williams is improving under Johnson's complex scheme with a goal of becoming the Bears' first 4,000-yard passer, as interceptions in practice decline.
- Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams has gained confidence, with practice interceptions declining after a week in Ben Johnson’s offense at Lake Forest, Ill.
- Amid the scheme revamp, offensive coordinator Ben Johnson loaded Caleb Williams with motions, shifts, and extensive under-center snaps, contributing to his initial camp challenges.
- Practices reveal Caleb Williams’ improved timing has produced seventy percent completions that sustain drives, as rookies Colston Loveland and Luther Burden III return and catch passes.
- Looking at late-game scenarios, Johnson said `He is so much more comfortable right now`, highlighting Williams’ growth and potential for clutch finishes.
- Looking beyond the preseason, Johnson’s five-year, $65 million deal signals a long-term plan to develop Williams into a playoff-caliber quarterback and future champion.
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Better practices show Bears QB Caleb Williams has gained confidence in new offense
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams has a higher level of confidence now within the offense of new coach Ben Johnson after a full week of practices and it's starting to show in fewer turnovers.
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