Ben Johnson Optimistic About Caleb Williams' Development and Continued Growth

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson, whose hiring was largely predicated on developing quarterback Caleb Williams, is optimistic about the top pick's progress. At the halfway point of their first season, Johnson stated Williams is "getting better every week" and is "in a lot better place now with his process than he was to start the season." He acknowledged the "ups and downs" but sees overall growth. Johnson highlighted winning as "the No. 1 thing" in Williams' progression and believes the quarterback, who is learning a new system and spending significant time on it, will "continue to see him take off here in the second half of the season." This comes after Williams' strong performance in Week 9, including three passing touchdowns and one receiving touchdown.