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Caleb Williams draws comparison to Russell Wilson ahead of season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 12:06 AM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Caleb Williams draws comparison to Russell Wilson ahead of season opener

Summary

Ahead of the Chicago Bears' season opener against the Carolina Panthers on September 13, Caleb Williams has received significant comparisons to Super Bowl-winning quarterback Russell Wilson. Tennessee Titans head coach Robert Saleh praised Williams' growth, stating he is an 'unbelievable quarterback' capable of making plays off-schedule. Wilson himself acknowledged the comparison, noting Williams reminded him of his younger self. Chicago drafted Williams first overall in 2024, expecting franchise-altering impact as the team aims for Super Bowl contention.

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By the Numbers

•Williams praised for his off-schedule playmaking abilities.
•Saleh highlighted Williams' ability to overcome deficits.
•Wilson lists Williams among top game-changing quarterbacks.
•Bears' opener against Panthers scheduled for September 13.
•Bears viewed as Super Bowl contenders with Williams at quarterback.

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12:06 AMYahoo Sports — Bears Caleb Williams Draws Polarizing Comparison To Super Bowl QB

What they're saying

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Tennessee Titans head coach Robert Saleh made the initial comment ahead of the Bears joint practice with the Titans, stating, “He's like a modern-day- I don't want to compare the two, but Russell Wilson…When it got to the fourth quarter [against Wilson], you better be up three scores. There's no lead safe with Caleb [Williams]. He's an unbelievable quarterback; he's elite off-schedule, he can do it all. The amount of growth he’s had in the last year and a half has been amazing." The post Bears C
— Yahoo Sports

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