The Chicago Bears know the key to their success in 2025 is getting [Caleb Williams](https://x.com/chicagobears/status/1930786884558483689?s=66&t=WLyO-jOYOSN5fbyUeNpSMA) to the point where he’s playing like a true franchise quarterback. For head coach Ben Johnson, that presents a challenge. He must teach Williams how to play like a traditional QB. That means standing the pocket, going through progressions, and finding the open man. However, that must be balanced by not taking away Williams’ extraordinary gifts for improvisation. It is a tough needle to thread.
Speaking of threading needles, it appears the Bears quarterback was throwing some absolute darts in OTAs over the past several days. We’re not talking some nice bombs to receivers down the field. No, Williams kept throwing the ball into tight coverage and always seemed to beat defenders to the spot. The first clip in the video below shows him hitting Rome Odunze just past the outstretched fingers of T.J. Edwards. Next, he fits one to D.J. Moore between Tyrique Stevenson and Jaquan Brisker. Last but not least, he hit Olamide Zaccheaus between Stevenson and Jonathan Owens.
People always talk about the mobility and playmaking instincts. They keep forgetting the former #1 overall pick can flat out sling it. He has the velocity and touch to fit the ball into windows that most others can’t. Yes, it’s OTAs, and you can’t take reps too seriously this time of year. That doesn’t erase how impressive those throws are. If any of them were off by even a few inches, they’re tipped incompletions or interceptions. This shows Caleb Williams hasn’t lost any confidence in throwing the football. That is a great thing. By all accounts, he’s fully embraced Johnson’s new offense and is building a fast friendship with veteran backup Case Keenum. With them guiding the way, this could be a breakout year for Williams.
