Caleb Williams Delivers Breakout in Ben Johnson’s Offense as Bears Beat Cowboys 31–14
A heavier under‑center, play‑action approach produced his first sack‑free outing with a season‑best PFF passing grade.
Overview
- Williams went 19-of-28 for 298 yards with four touchdowns, a 142.6 passer rating, no turnovers, and no sacks in Sunday’s win.
- He posted a 72.4 PFF passing grade, his top mark of the season, while facing pressure on only eight dropbacks.
- Through three games he has 31 under‑center dropbacks, reflecting Ben Johnson’s shift toward play‑action and middle‑of‑field concepts.
- A flea‑flicker strike to rookie Luther Burden after a high lateral from D’Andre Swift showcased Williams’ downfield arm and delivered Burden’s first NFL touchdown.
- Johnson praised Williams’ improved operation in and out of the huddle and cleaner footwork, while PFF data underscores a stark split between strong clean‑pocket play and drop‑off under pressure.