Built Like Russell Wilson, Caleb Williams ‘More Refined’ Than Patrick Mahomes Coming Out of College, Claims NFL Analyst

The Chicago Bears are poised to make a significant move in next week’s 2024 NFL Draft. Holding the No. 1 overall pick, the team is widely anticipated to draft Caleb Williams, the standout QB from USC. This decision comes on the heels of trading Justin Fields to the Pittsburgh Steelers, signaling a fresh start at what many consider the most crucial position in football. Chicago is looking to Williams to be the transformative leader capable of elevating the franchise back into championship contention.

However, could he be the next Tom Brady or Patrick Mahomes? NFL analyst Daniel Jeremiah on The Rich Eisen Show shared the qualities that make Williams the No. 1 pick going into the Draft. What’s more, he also outlined how he is better than Mahomes was when he was being treated way back in 2017.

Analyst sees shades of Wilson and Mahomes in Caleb Williams

NFL Analyst Daniel Jeremiah has made a striking comparison that’s turning heads in the football world. He claims that the upcoming USC star not only shares physical attributes with Steelers’ dynamo Russell Wilson but also displays a finesse reminiscent of a young Patrick Mahomes when he was fresh out of college. “Coming out of college, he’s built like Russell and plays more similarly to Patrick, which is the best way I can describe it,” Jeremiah said.

Jeremiah went on to draw parallels between Mahomes’ college scenario and Caleb Williams’ time at USC, suggesting that USC’s recent performance mirrored the challenging environment Mahomes faced. Just like Mahomes, who thrived in spite of a struggling defense at Texas Tech, Williams also did so with USC. Crucially, Jeremiah pointed out that Williams is entering the professional arena with an edge. “The good news is, I think Caleb, in terms of refinement, is a little further along than Patrick was at that point in time,” he remarked.

Meanwhile, Williams is already setting his sights on beating the GOAT of football.

Williams voices his grand ambition

On The Pivot Podcast, when Ryan Clark inquired about his thoughts on moving from the sunny landscapes of Los Angeles to the sports-crazed environment of Chicago, Williams responded with enthusiasm. “Love L.A., L.A. was great,” he admitted. But his sights are set on a grander vision: “Now that I want to play in one place for 20 years, and chase one guy, No. 12. I want a place that loves ball. That’s all I’ve heard about Chicago so far, which is exciting for me.”

Williams’s gaze is fixed on emulating Tom Brady’s illustrious career. Brady, who spent two decades accruing six Super Bowl victories with the New England Patriots and notched a seventh with the Buccaneers, is Williams’s definition for the epitome of success. Yet, before he embarks on this pursuit of greatness, Williams must first master the inevitable rookie transition, a journey familiar to every new QB.

Holding the 2022 Heisman Trophy and setting USC records for single-season passing yards and touchdowns, Williams also matched Patrick Mahomes in consecutive seasons with over 30 passing touchdowns and more than 10 rushing touchdowns. It’s clear that as he prepares to join Chicago, expectations are sky high, but perhaps none are as lofty as the ones that Caleb Williams set for himself.