Bears Confirm Caleb Williams Will Start Season Finale Against Packers

Despite a challenging rookie season and calls to rest him, Williams will play Sunday as Chicago prioritizes his development.

Interim head coach Thomas Brown stated that there were no discussions about benching Caleb Williams for the final game of the season.
Williams, the No. 1 overall pick, is set to become the first Bears quarterback to start all 17 games in a season since the NFL expanded its schedule in 2021.
The rookie quarterback has thrown for 3,393 yards and 19 touchdowns this season but has also been sacked an NFL-leading 67 times, setting a Bears franchise record.
Chicago, currently on a 10-game losing streak, views this game as an opportunity for Williams' growth despite their 4-12 record and lack of playoff contention.
The Packers, already playoff-bound, will host the Bears at Lambeau Field on Sunday, January 5, in a game that could impact Chicago's draft position.