Caleb Williams’ Pro Day all but solidifies his future as Bears’ QB — with just one box left to check

Caleb Williams’ Pro Day all but solidifies his future as Bears’ QB — with just one box left to check originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago

Caleb Williams’ Pro Day on Wednesday at USC was more of a coronation than a workout.

After trading quarterback Justin Fields on Saturday, the Bears sent a large contingent to Los Angeles to watch their presumed future quarterback go through a 50-throw script. The Bears’ contingent, which included general manager Ryan Poles, head coach Matt Eberflus, and offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, arrived in Los Angeles on Monday and spent time with Williams, both at dinner with the 2022 Heisman Trophy winner and his teammates and in the meeting room.

Wednesday’s showcase was the least important part of the three-day evaluation trip. It was more of an announcement of the crystallization of the Bears’ quarterback plans. Poles and Eberflus both chatted with Williams’ father, Carl, and spent a good chunk of time talking to USC head coach Lincoln Riley. Newly acquired wide receiver Keenan Allen, a Los Angeles resident, came out to watch Williams throw.

Everything about Wednesday’s affair was a sign that Williams, barring a dramatic last-second red flag, will be the Bears’ pick when they go on the clock at No. 1 overall.

Williams did everything he could Wednesday to make it seem like the decision is still up in the air. NFL Network’s Steve Wyche asked the USC star if it was his “full expectation” that he’ll be the Bears’ selection now that Fields has been traded.

Williams smiled, laughed, and then dodged in a way that signals that he, like everyone else, is aware of where his NFL career will begin.

“I wouldn’t say it’s my full expectation,” Williams said. “Obviously, things can happen. Things can change. I think it’s around 33 days or so, 30 days, until April 25. A lot can change. You take it day by day. Handle and control what you can control.”

But later, when asked about Allen showing up to his pro day, Williams made what could have been…

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Publish date : 2024-03-21 15:16:53

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