Ben Johnson: Caleb Williams's accuracy is trending upward
After Ben Johnson became the Bears' head coach in 2025, there was a lot of focus on how his presence would impact quarterback Caleb Williams and much of that discussion focused on Williams's accuracy as a passer.
Since Ben Johnson became the Bears' head coach in 2025, much attention has been given to quarterback Caleb Williams' accuracy. Johnson aimed for Williams to complete 70% of his passes, a target not met last season despite the Bears' playoff surge to division champions. This offseason has focused less on specific numbers but has kept an eye on Williams improving past his 58.1% completion rate from the previous year.
During a Thursday press conference, Johnson was asked about Williams' progress. He stated that Williams' accuracy is "trending upward," a goal that Johnson hopes continues to improve. Williams himself echoed this sentiment, praising the recent practice sessions, particularly the emphasis on the red zone. Johnson noted that Williams has shown significant strides in accuracy and remains aggressive in his play. He also highlighted the balance between precision and aggression, which is crucial in high-stakes situations.
Johnson emphasized that these improvements are evident both in practice and during team periods. He expressed confidence in Williams' ongoing development, noting that he continues to push the team's limits in practice. Williams' desire to keep things even throughout the game aligns well with Johnson's expectations. The Bears' ability to rally behind Williams in crucial moments, despite initial deficits, was a key factor in their success last year.
Continued growth in accuracy would undoubtedly help the team maintain their high performance throughout the entire 60 minutes of a game.
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