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Caleb Williams Highlights 988 Suicide Prevention With Painted Nails on Monday Night Football

The Bears quarterback turns a personal family tradition into visible mental-health advocacy.

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Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams drops back to pass against the Minnesota Vikings during the first half at Soldier Field.
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Overview

  • During Week 1 against the Vikings at Soldier Field, Williams displayed the suicide-prevention ribbon and the number 988 on his nails.
  • The timing aligns with Suicide Prevention Month, aiming to draw attention to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
  • Williams says he started painting his nails in his final year of high school, crediting his mother, who does nails.
  • He previously showcased “988” at USC on World Mental Health Day in 2022 through a unique NIL partnership and has continued the effort through his Caleb Cares Foundation focused on anti-bullying, youth empowerment, and reducing mental-health stigma.
  • Despite criticism from some fans, coverage emphasizes the advocacy intent, with an OutSports-cited 2024 record quirk treated as anecdotal rather than evidence of on-field impact.