Overview

• Seth Wickersham's upcoming book reveals Caleb Williams and his father explored ways to prevent the Bears from drafting him first overall in 2024.
• Williams endured a difficult rookie season, leading the Bears to a 5-12 record and being sacked a league-high 68 times.
• Veteran players reportedly lobbied for Williams to be benched during the 2024 season in favor of backup quarterback Tyson Bagent.
• NFL analyst Ross Tucker has expressed doubts about Williams being the Bears' starting quarterback in three years, citing performance concerns and decision-making issues.
• Head coach Ben Johnson has publicly backed Williams, emphasizing his commitment to the team and a focus on moving forward into the upcoming season.