The Bears are heading into one of the most critical off-season’s in franchise history. After a chaotic rookie season for Caleb Williams, the team faces immense pressure to reset and build around him properly—starting with the coaching staff and bolstering the roster, particularly in the trenches.
GM Ryan Poles addressed how new head coach Ben Johnson plans to work with Williams on SiriusXM NFL Radio, saying:
“He’s going to bring him all the way down to the ground floor again and build him up the right way.”
"He's going to bring him all the way down to the ground floor again and build him up the right way."@ChicagoBears GM Ryan Poles on HC Ben Johnson working with QB Caleb Williams.
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For Bears fans, this approach might spark excitement or concern, as it essentially means Williams will be starting fresh. While he still benefits from the experience and live reps from his rookie year, Johnson and his staff will be focused on refining his game and developing him into the superstar quarterback everyone expects him to be.
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While rebuilding Williams the “right way” is a promising plan, it also underscores how wasted his rookie season was. The decision not to part ways with Matt Eberflus earlier now looks like a major misstep by Ryan Poles. Earlier this week at the NFL Combine, Ben Johnson emphasized the importance of Caleb Williams and the offensive skill players meeting on their own during the offseason to get reps in. This would help ensure they stay on schedule heading into spring camp and July’s training camp. Johnson also praised Williams’ work ethic, noting that while they haven’t worked together for long, the young quarterback has been relentless in his efforts—constantly reaching out and showing a strong desire to be great.
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