Caleb Williams recognized as top quarterback and NFL closer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Jeremy Fowler of ESPN highlighted Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, calling him a Top 10 quarterback and one of the best closers in the NFL. Fowler noted that Williams possesses unique play-making abilities, comparable to Patrick Mahomes, despite some inconsistency. With Bears offensive coordinator Ben Johnson at the helm, there are high expectations for Williams as he enters his third NFL season. Insider opinions continue to reflect a positive view of his potential impact on the Bears this season.
- •Caleb Williams is seen as a Top 10 quarterback by league insiders.
- •His play-making ability is likened to Patrick Mahomes.
- •Williams has been described as one of the best closers in the NFL.
- •Ben Johnson is expected to help Williams improve this season.
- •Positive outlook from analysts could boost Bears' prospects.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Caleb Williams is ‘one of the very best closers in the NFL’
"An NFL Insider recently shared some interesting stuff about how Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is perceived around the league.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NFL•Sep 9, 2026, 5:50 AM49ers starting DT Collins tears patellar tendon in Australia, out for year
NFL•Sep 9, 2026, 5:08 AMTexans Move on Former Bears Quarterback, Ex-Dolphins Wide Receiver
NFL•Sep 9, 2026, 4:14 AMFS1’s Nick Wright Unveils Kyler Murray’s NFL QB Tier Ranking
NFL•Sep 9, 2026, 4:00 AMThursday Night Football isn't on Amazon Prime Week 1. How to watch- NFL•Sep 9, 2026, 3:25 AM'Tackling machine' Bobby Okereke tops Panthers' Week 1 depth chart
NFL•Sep 9, 2026, 3:21 AMNY Giants must prove they belong in the fight up front with Cowboys
