C.J. Stroud's Advice to Caleb Williams: 'Learn From Mistakes'

C.J. Stroud shared words of wisdom with Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams after their Week 2 matchup in the 2024 season. Stroud, whose Texans won 19-13, advised Williams, who took seven sacks in the game, to "Stop taking those hits" and "Learn from those mistakes." He expressed confidence that Williams would "be a hell of a player in this league."

The mid-game encounter, where Stroud, only a month older than Williams, offered advice, quickly went viral. Social media users accused Stroud of "big bro-ing" Williams, leading to widespread debate. Stroud later clarified his intentions, stating it came from a place of respect and a desire to give back, drawing parallels to advice he received.

In the time since this interaction, the two quarterbacks' careers have taken markedly different paths. Williams has emerged as a prominent player under coach Ben Johnson, generating significant league buzz. Conversely, Stroud has faced challenges maintaining the form that earned him Offensive Rookie of the Year honors in 2023, struggling to replicate his earlier success for the Texans.