Bears QB Williams: Can he finish games in 2026?

During a joint practice with the Tennessee Titans, Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams exhibited the team's characteristic duality of efficient play interspersed with struggles. Early drills showed promise with Williams connecting on various passes, including a touchdown. However, the offense faltered in later periods, facing sacks and incomplete deep passes, a pattern reminiscent of their 2025 season. Last year, the Bears' remarkable seven victories from behind in the final two minutes highlighted their clutch ability but also pointed to slow starts. This season, the focus is on achieving consistent four-quarter performance. Coach Ben Johnson has set expectations for Williams to raise his completion rate to approximately 70%, a significant jump from his 58.1% in 2025, while refining his understanding of defensive coverages. Williams is actively working on processing defensive looks faster, developing mental reps to quickly identify and exploit coverage weaknesses. This development is crucial for the Bears' Super Bowl aspirations. Observations from the practice also highlighted other players. Receiver Rome Odunze, a first-round pick, showed his potential with multiple touchdowns. Running back D'Andre Swift is expected to carry a significant workload due to an injury to his backup. The Titans' offensive line appeared solid, particularly in run blocking, with a notable long touchdown run. Their starting line includes notable players like Peter Skoronski, now the league's highest-paid guard. On defense, veteran defensive back Julian Lewis is stepping into a more prominent role due to injuries in the Bears' secondary. For the Titans, linebacker Jack Gray is anticipated to have a breakout year, bolstered by a strong defensive line investment.