When the Chicago Bears hired Ben Johnson as their head coach, it was with Caleb Williams in mind to have someone help the USC product reach his potential as a franchise quarterback. However, the offense has hit a speed bump in training camp and causing a reaction.

Williams, the former No. 1 overall pick the 2024 NFL Draft, has had a mixed camp to this point. He's flashed moments of promise but remains inconsistent, a reality Johnson has acknowledged by essentially treating him like a rookie given the overhaul from the previous regime. The Bears open the preseason next Sunday against the Miami Dolphins.