Quarterback is the most important position for any NFL team. And the Chicago Bears have made the perfect choice in 2024. Caleb Williams was their No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft on a four-year rookie contract, worth $39.4 million, fully guaranteed. This move by Bears GM Ryan Poles gave them plenty of space to make important additions to the roster. They acquired six-time Pro Bowl WR Keenan Allen for $23 million. Bears signed a record 4-year contract extension deal with DJ Moore for $110 million. NFL analysts are now praising these trades.
Calling it a wise tactic, Super Bowl champion Chris Canty praised Bears GM for utilizing the rookie contract advantage by signing Williams. Speaking on the UNSPORTSMANLIKE Radio show, Canty said, “This is wise by Ryan Poles to capitalize on this window and put more top-of-the-market talent because you got a quarterback on a rookie contract.” This, according to Chris Canty, essentially makes them a serious contender for the Super Bowl 4-5 years down the line. Adding that the Bears saved more than $20 million from QB’s deal as the current QB price is revolving around $55 million, he said, “If you’re the Chicago Bears, that’s the advantage that you have in terms of building out the rest of your roster, which is absolutely huge.”
The Chicago Bears are doing exactly what you’re supposed to do.
Investing heavily around the QB ☑️ pic.twitter.com/3Fqvj4aPEt
— UNSPORTSMANLIKE Radio (@UnSportsESPN) July 31, 2024
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Polls of the day
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Do you think Ryan Poles' strategy with Caleb Williams will make the Bears Super Bowl contenders?
Absolutely
No way
Too early to tell
Only if they fix other issues
Do you think DJ Moore's relationship with Raven Battle will impact his NFL performance?
Yes, positively
Yes, negatively
No, it won't
Only time will tell
Whats your Perspective on:
Can Ryan Poles' genius turn the Bears into Super Bowl champs with Caleb Williams at the helm?
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What excites you the most about the Pro Football Hall of Fame Grand Parade?
Seeing NFL legends
The festive atmosphere
Exclusive memorabilia
Family-friendly activities
How do you feel about Peyton Peffers' unwavering support for Austin Reed?
Inspired
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Speaking of team building, the Bears wanted to sign the talented QB after his impressive college performances. The 2022 Heisman Trophy winner had 4,537 passing yards and 42 touchdowns in 2022. Producing a similar performance in 2023 with 3,333 yards and 30 TDs, he was one of the best QBs available in the draft. And the Bears planned their move to sign him up. They traded QB Bryce Young, their first pick in 2023, to the Carolina Panthers to get the first pick in 2024. With a salary cap on the rookie contracts, the franchise is expecting huge dividends.
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Now that the team has bolstered their team’s chances with these trades, the players are also showing sparks in the training camp, especially the rookie athletes.
The rookie pair of Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze is looking magical
QB Williams teamed up with WR Rome Odunze to produce stunning gameplay on the 9th day of training camp. The QB passed the ball to Allen on the right side, resulting in 10 10-yard gain. Williams lined up in the shotgun formation and made a pass to rookie WR in the back left corner of the end zone. What impressed everyone was the accuracy of the pass, positioned for a perfect touchdown.
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What’s your perspective on:
Can Ryan Poles' genius turn the Bears into Super Bowl champs with Caleb Williams at the helm?
Have an interesting take?
With good offensive displays, the QB is happy. Showing confidence in himself, he said, “I’m excited. Every day I wake up, I’m learning something new. Getting ready for the season, preseason and these next practices. Very excited, still progressing.” Da Eber Floozies must be happy with positive updates from the training camp and so will Ryan Poles.
Now that the Bears have made their best possible team, will they be able to win the Lombardi Trophy? Something which has eluded them for the last 39 years.
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Can Ryan Poles' genius turn the Bears into Super Bowl champs with Caleb Williams at the helm?