It took just one drive for Caleb Williams to silence every hater

It didn't take long for the Chicago Bears to realize that quarterback Caleb Williams is on a different level in Year 2 with new head coach Ben Johnson in their Week 2 preseason matchup against the Buffalo Bills.

On the very first drive of the game, Williams had to lead the offense 92 yards. From the first play, Williams looked comfortable in the offense as he found his tight ends Colston Loveland and Cole Kmet on back-to-back plays for 36 yards. Loveland would add a 19-yard reception on second down and 15 yards to go for a first down.

Even on Williams' lone incompletion, he was able to escape pressure, run out of the pocket, and throw to low to Olamide Zaccheaus ' feet where only he can catch it. Next play, Williams found Zaccheaus for a 36-yard touchdown to put the Bears up 7-0.

Williams finished the drive, completing five of six passes for 97 yards and the touchdown. He had a completion percentage of 83.3%, which exceeded the 70% completion percentage Johnson had wanted for Williams.

On the second drive of the game, it was not as successful for Williams as he completed one of four passes for nine yards. Bears receiver Rome Odunze dropped a pass on third and four that should have been caught, resulting in a punt.

Williams' day was done after two drives as he completed six of 10 passes for 107 yards and one touchdown. His completion percentage did take a dip with the three incompletions as he ended at 60%.

Yes, Williams is the real deal and thriving in Bears' offense

Bears fans got to see a little bit of everything with Williams as he lined up under center and in shotgun, proving he can handle any formation. The best part of his performance? He was quick with his releases and was able to avoid any sacks.

Even the small completions like his five-yard pass to DJ Moore on the third play of the first drive were well done. Williams never did anything that would put the Bears' offense in harm's way.

FOX color commentator Greg Olsen pointed out the difference he saw in Williams, specifically in his pass release. It was quicker and it was in the right spot.

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Overall, no complaints from the Bears' fans as Williams looked comfortable and confident in Johnson's offense. It was a great sign of things to come for Chicago in 2025.