Chicago Bears coach on problems that Caleb Williams gives
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams continues to show vast improvement every week.
Through nine games, Williams leads the league in fourth-quarter comebacks and is one of the highest graded quarterbacks according to Pro Football Focus.
The second-year quarterback is on pace to be the first 4,000-yard passer in franchise history and is now trying to lead this offense to its first playoff appearance since 2020. Williams has shown throughout the season that when needed the most, he will take control of the game in the fourth quarter.
Due to Williams’ leading several impressive comebacks this season, teammates and coaches now call him the “Iceman”. Due to the threat of his Mahomes-like scrambles out of the pocket and throws on the run, Williams imposes a huge threat to opposing defenses.
Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen discussed this during Thursday’s media session. Simply stating “I’m glad he’s on our side”.
The Chicago Bears DC gave huge praise and some insight on Caleb Williams’ playmaking ability
When asked about Williams, the Bears’ defensive coordinator discussed the problems opposing defenses face with a playmaker like Williams.
Via Adam Jahns on X, Allen said that Williams creates problems with how “opposing defenses want to rush him” due to his ability of being able to escape pressure from the pocket”
“It creates a lot of problems for the defense, in terms of how you want to rush him. If you want to play man coverage on the back end and he escapes, there’s a lot of backs turned to him. You want to rush four and play zone behind him?
“Well they got five and six people blocking versus four, creates escape lanes for the quarterback.”
The abilities Williams has to make something out of nothing are a clear threat to opposing defenses.
Caleb Williams has used his escapability as an advantage against opposing defenses
Nov 9, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) scores the game-winning touchdown against New York Giants linebacker Brian Burns (0) during the fourth quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
There has been plenty of times throughout the season where it seemed Williams was going to get a brutal sack. However, Williams has been able to make pure magic out of some of these scrambles, where he has been able to escape out of the pocket and take off for multiple gains.
Not only in the run game, but the quarterback continues to improve with throws on the move as well.
With such a complex offense, Williams is starting to show that he’s much more comfortable in Ben Johnson’s offense. The Bears’ quarterback is finally showing the world why he was drafted first overall last season.
Jayden Daniels Takes Accountability for Key Mistake: 'I Won’t Let It Define Me, We Got the Win'
In a season opener filled with high expectations, Washington Commanders’ second-year quarterback Jayden Daniels delivered a solid performance, leading his team to a 21–6 victory over the New York Giants. However, the win didn’t come without a few bumps along the way, with Daniels owning up to one key mistake that nearly altered the outcome of the game.
With the Commanders up 14–3 in the final seconds of the first half, Daniels threw an incomplete pass out of bounds on a crucial play deep in the Giants’ territory. The result? An intentional grounding penalty and a 10-second runoff, which effectively ended the half without an opportunity to extend their lead.
Despite the blunder, Daniels took full responsibility after the game, maintaining a humble and accountable approach. “I made a mistake, and I’m the first to own up to it. The intentional grounding was a mental error, and I know I’ve got to be more aware in those situations,” Daniels said. “But I’m not going to let that define me. We got the win, and I’ll take that over everything else. I’ll keep learning and improving.”
Daniels’ response exemplifies the kind of leadership and maturity the Commanders have come to expect from their starting quarterback. At just 24 years old, the young signal-caller already has a firm grasp on the importance of growth and accountability, even when things don’t go according to plan. His commitment to improving and learning from mistakes sets a powerful example for the rest of the team.
The game wasn’t perfect by any means for Daniels, but his performance—completing 19 of 30 passes for 233 yards and a touchdown—was more than enough to get the job done against a Giants team struggling to find its footing. With veteran receivers like Terry McLaurin and a solid offensive line in place, Daniels continues to build chemistry and confidence as he enters his second season as the starter.
Looking ahead, the Commanders will face more challenges, but with Daniels at the helm, they have a quarterback who is not only talented but also emotionally resilient. His willingness to acknowledge mistakes and move forward will be crucial as the season progresses. As Daniels said, “We got the win,” and with that, the Commanders are focused on what comes next—continuing to improve, learning from their missteps, and, ultimately, contending for a championship.
