Caleb Williams' Reliability Key to Bears' Success as QB.
The Chicago Bears quarterback has the longest average time to throw in the NFL this season, at 3.27 seconds, which gives him ample space to read the field and make decisions on where to send the ball. However, there have been instances when his tendency to scramble led to throws that could have put the game away earlier.
Coach Ben Johnson said Williams has "made a number of really, really good plays that we needed in the moment." However, he also acknowledged some throws that might be done differently in hindsight. Williams himself admitted that with more time, he could have thrown the ball to DJ Moore sooner, as the wide receiver was open and out of bounds.
One play stood out: a 20-yard completion to rookie tight end Colston Loveland, who remained open after Williams' scramble. Johnson praised the throw, saying it "was huge in the moment" and "kept that drive going." The coach also emphasized that while Williams' natural ability to evade pressure is beneficial, he must learn to make easier decisions on the fly.
Despite some missed opportunities, Johnson expressed confidence in his team's resilience and growth, saying they're finding ways to win and can still achieve more. As Williams continues to balance improv with precision, Bears fans will be watching closely to see how he adapts and grows as a quarterback.
The Chicago Bears quarterback has the longest average time to throw in the NFL this season, at 3.27 seconds, which gives him ample space to read the field and make decisions on where to send the ball. However, there have been instances when his tendency to scramble led to throws that could have put the game away earlier.
Coach Ben Johnson said Williams has "made a number of really, really good plays that we needed in the moment." However, he also acknowledged some throws that might be done differently in hindsight. Williams himself admitted that with more time, he could have thrown the ball to DJ Moore sooner, as the wide receiver was open and out of bounds.
One play stood out: a 20-yard completion to rookie tight end Colston Loveland, who remained open after Williams' scramble. Johnson praised the throw, saying it "was huge in the moment" and "kept that drive going." The coach also emphasized that while Williams' natural ability to evade pressure is beneficial, he must learn to make easier decisions on the fly.
Despite some missed opportunities, Johnson expressed confidence in his team's resilience and growth, saying they're finding ways to win and can still achieve more. As Williams continues to balance improv with precision, Bears fans will be watching closely to see how he adapts and grows as a quarterback.
the thing is... 3.27 seconds is like forever on the field 
. u gotta wonder if that's just an indicator of his playing style or if there's something deeper going on 
. it's cool that coaches are giving him props for makin good plays, but at the same time, there's room for improvement 
. and yeah, those easy decisions can make a big difference 
. gotta see how he adapts to pressure & makes more calculated throws 
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Coach Ben Johnson's right to be proud of him! And let's not forget, it's all about growth and learning, so if Cal can find a balance between being able to improvise and making those easy decisions under pressure, he'll be unstoppable 
. His decision-making can be hit or miss, but that 20-yard throw to Loveland was insane 
! The dude's gotta find that balance between being aggressive and playing it safe. I'm all about seeing how he grows as a QB 
, I think Caleb Williams' ability to read the field is so underrated 
! He's got that extra second or two to make something happen 
, which is crazy impressive. The thing that impresses me most is how he can go from almost throwing an interception to making a huge play like that 20-yard throw to Colston Loveland 
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. But on the flip side, that extra sec gives him time to read the field and make good decisions... most of the time 
. Still, gotta wonder if some of those throws could've been made easier by just looking downfield quicker 
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He's got this crazy amount of time to read the field and make decisions... sometimes it's like watching paint dry waiting for him to throw the ball lol. But seriously though, that 20-yard completion to Colston Loveland? 
Genius move! Johnson was spot on saying it kept the drive going.
Still, I trust Coach Ben to get his team in the right place. These Bears are finding ways to win despite some hiccups, and that's all that matters.
. It's like they're not trusting their teammates at all! Caleb Williams is a great QB, but I wish he'd just take the time to read the defense before making his move. That one play where he threw it to Colston Loveland was awesome 
But at the same time, there are times when he takes too long to decide what to do with the ball and it puts his team in tough spots 
... Like that one play where DJ Moore was open way before Williams even knew it 
, but it's also a double-edged sword – sometimes he needs to chill out and trust his receivers instead of just running with it 
. The Bears are lookin' good this season, and Williams' growth as a QB will be fascinating to watch unfold 
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. The coach says he needs to make easier decisions on the fly, which is fair, but can he actually do that? He's still making some questionable throws, like that one instance where he scrambled and threw it away instead of trying to score... I dunno, just seems like he's gonna hold back his team at times 
. I mean, 3.27 seconds is a looong time to throw, but it's also super easy to get sacked or lose an interception when you're holding onto the ball for that long. 
. Still, I do think Coach Ben Johnson's right on point with Williams needing to find a better balance between improvising and making quick decisions 
. The coaches are right, he's got the potential to do some magic in the pocket 
. The Bears are showing some heart and grit, but you know what? I think we'll be talking about them for years to come – as contenders, not just hopefuls 
. But for real tho, Coach Ben needs to work with Williams on reading the field faster... some of those throws could've been game-changers 
still, it seems like he's learning and growing, so fingers crossed he can find that sweet spot between being able to improvise and making smart plays. 
! The thing is, with more experience, he'll learn to weigh the pros and cons of those improvisational plays. Anyway, as long as Ben Johnson is keeping an eye on him, I think they'll be just fine