Particle.news
Download on the App Store
9 ARTICLES
·
2h ago

Bears Zero In on Caleb Williams’ Accuracy as Jaylon Johnson Returns for Lions Game

Ben Johnson has set a 70% completion benchmark to drive a cleaner, quicker passing game in Detroit.

Caleb Williams #18 of the Chicago Bears looks on from the sideline during the national anthem prior to an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings at Solider Field on September 8, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.
GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - JANUARY 5: Cornerback Jaylon Johnson #1 of the Chicago Bears stands on the field during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, at Lambeau Field on January 5, 2025 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Image
Image

Overview

  • ESPN reports Williams opened 13-for-16 before a second-half slide in the 27-24 loss to Minnesota, posting an NFL-worst Week 1 off-target rate of 29.4% after halftime.
  • Johnson’s staff is emphasizing footwork and decisiveness, with the coach using a 70% completion target as a practice standard for progress.
  • Minnesota ramped up pressure after halftime, blitzing on 44% of Williams’ second-half dropbacks, where he went 5-of-12 for 29 yards and a late touchdown.
  • NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported Pro Bowl cornerback Jaylon Johnson is off the injury report and set for his season debut, while Kyler Gordon remains out with a hamstring injury.
  • Chicago visits the Lions at Ford Field in Week 2, with Detroit listed as a 6.5-point favorite by ESPN BET.