Caleb Williams is on track for a strong rookie season. He has already broken the Bears' franchise rookie passing record—a milestone that may not be the loftiest for a modern NFL quarterback but still signifies that the Bears finally have a capable, modern QB. Here’s what he’s currently projected to achieve by the end of his rookie year:
ESPN's Projected Season Stats:
- Completions/Attempts: 360/575 (62.6%)
- Passing Yards: 3,641
- Touchdowns: 17
- Interceptions: 8
- Passer Rating: 84.9
These numbers assume Williams continues at his current pace, though his performance has noticeably improved since Thomas Brown took over as offensive coordinator two weeks ago. If his recent form holds, these projections could rise significantly.
Performance Under Thomas Brown (Last 2 Games):
- Completions/Attempts: 55/78 (71.2%)
- Passing Yards: 571
- Touchdowns: 2
- Interceptions: 0
- Passer Rating: 99.0
- QBR: 80.6 (average across two games)
- Rushing Yards: 103
In comparison, under former OC Shane Waldron, Williams struggled with a QBR of 13.2, 20.0, and 35.4 in his last three games and only managed 20 total rushing yards across those contests. The difference with Brown at the helm is striking.
However, what I want to emphasize is Caleb Williams' performance in the fourth quarter. Let’s dive into that next.
When it matters, Caleb Williams delivers.
Caleb Williams is quickly earning a reputation as the kind of quarterback opponents fear in the fourth quarter—something the Bears haven’t seen in years. His fourth-quarter stats this season tell the story:
- 74 completions on 110 attempts (67.3%)
- 689 passing yards
- 5 touchdowns, 1 interception
- 95.6 passer rating
When the game is on the line, Williams has been lethal, delivering when his team needs him most. While the Bears aren’t winning games right now, the future looks promising. Next season, with a new head coach and a fresh start, the team has a real chance to turn things around. For now, Bears fans can continue watching their rookie quarterback showcase his special potential. Next stop: Thanksgiving vs. Detroit.
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