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New Book Reveals Caleb Williams’ Pre-Draft Struggles with Chicago Bears

Excerpts describe the quarterback's resistance to joining Chicago, his family's legal maneuvers, and critiques of the NFL's rookie wage scale.

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Dec 26, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) rolls out of the pocket during the third quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Talia Sprague-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Caleb Williams and his father explored legal options and alternative leagues to avoid being drafted by the Chicago Bears in 2024, citing the franchise's poor quarterback history.
  • Carl Williams, Caleb's father, labeled Chicago 'the place quarterbacks go to die' and criticized the NFL's rookie wage scale as 'unconstitutional.'
  • Despite initial reluctance, a pre-draft visit to the Bears' facility convinced Caleb Williams to embrace the opportunity to help rebuild the team.
  • Williams endured a challenging rookie season with Chicago, throwing for 3,541 yards and 20 touchdowns but being sacked a league-high 68 times.
  • Under new head coach Ben Johnson, the Bears aim to maximize Williams' potential in 2025, while the book's revelations renew debates over player agency and draft dynamics.