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Caleb Williams Shines in Bears' Preseason Debut, Hints at Promising Season Ahead
18 Aug
Summary
- Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson's partnership debuts in preseason game
- Williams goes 6-of-10 for 107 yards and a touchdown, with a 130.0 passer rating
- Williams shows improvements in his base and footwork from last season
On August 13th, 2025, Chicago Bears fans got their first glimpse of the Caleb Williams-Ben Johnson partnership in action during the team's second preseason game against the Buffalo Bills. After months of offseason work and training camp preparations, the duo's debut was highly anticipated.
The early returns were promising, as Williams led the starting offense on an impressive touchdown drive in the first quarter. The young quarterback went 5-of-6 for 97 yards, delivering the ball quickly and accurately to his tight ends and receivers. His lone miss was due to pressure, but he bounced back to connect with Olamide Zaccheaus for the score.
While the second drive was not as successful, Williams still finished the day 6-of-10 for 107 yards and a touchdown, with a passer rating of 130.0. Notably, the quarterback showed improvements in his base and footwork, which were not always consistent during his rookie season.
The best news, however, may be that Williams did not take a single sack in either series, a stark contrast to the 68 sacks he endured in 2024. With the regular season opener against the Minnesota Vikings just weeks away, the unofficial start to the Williams-Johnson partnership could not have gone much better.
