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Updated Caleb Williams Fantasy Outlook 2026: Bears QB Looks to Take Chicago to the Promise Land

Caleb Williams enters the 2026 fantasy football season primed for another step forward, with all signs pointing toward a monster campaign as he fully masters this Ben Johnson offensive scheme. Last year, he nearly became the first quarterback in Bears history to throw for 4,000 yards, and we already know what he offers on the ground after he ran for nearly 500 yards as a rookie.

Updated Caleb Williams Fantasy Outlook 2026: Bears QB Looks to Take Chicago to the Promise Land

Caleb Williams is set to have another stellar season in the 2026 fantasy football year, as he continues to enhance his mastery of the Ben Johnson offensive scheme. Last year, the quarterback came close to achieving the milestone of throwing for 4,000 yards, and he has already demonstrated his dual-threat prowess as a rookie by running for nearly 500 yards.

Williams' impressive performance last year was reflected in his seven consecutive multi-pass touchdown games, as well as nine games with a 10+ yard rush, showcasing his reliability as a dual-threat quarterback. The championship-caliber supporting cast includes standout players such as Rome Odunze, Colston Loveland, and Luther Burden.

With Burden's expected return from his groin injury, the trio of pass catchers and a powerful athlete under center could prove to be one of the most dynamic in the league. Drafting Williams confidently as a high-end starter is a wise decision, as he has the potential to become the highest-scoring quarterback not named Josh Allen in 2026, thanks to his developing accuracy and rushing ability.

Despite some defensive concerns, the overall outlook for a Williams-led Bears team is promising, making him a name to watch closely in the DFS streets.

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