How Caleb Williams eliminated all of Ben Johnson’s doubts from when he took job

Bears head coach Ben Johnson explains how, from the jump, Caleb Williams answered all his questions related to his genuine doubtsUnder coach Ben Johnson and QB Caleb Williams, the Chicago Bears are back on the NFL map. Given where the Bears are, Johnson's preconceived doubts on Williams' ability were proven wrong, and he is admitting it, per Dan Pompei of The Athletic. When Johnson took the job in 2025, he had questions, as did others, regarding Williams. All the while, Johnson says that Williams is more driven than ever to succeed. “He sees it like a challenge, like he’s going to be ready for the opportunity — that’s what’s really cool about him,” Johnson says.