Caleb Williams’ Coach Exposes Bears’ Untold Stealthy Efforts to Secure Their No.1 Draft Pick

While Caleb Williams going first overall to the Chicago Bears may not have shocked the draft world, the team’s strategy leading up to the selection is now coming to light. The Bears made no secret of their interest, hosting Williams for an official top-30 visit and various such meets. Interestingly, he was also the only quarterback they met in the last days of the pre-draft. 

However, recent revelations suggest that the Bears’ pursuit of Caleb Williams extended far beyond those in-person meetings. Caleb Williams‘ former quarterback coach, Will Hewlett, recently shared insights into the star quarterback’s preparation and revealed that the Bears also conducted numerous virtual meetings with Williams. These extensive online sessions underscore the Bears’ unwavering commitment to drafting Caleb Williams.

Inside the Bears’ pursuit of Caleb Williams

In a recent YouTube interview with 670 The Score, Caleb Williams’ former quarterback coach, Will Hewlett, opened up about the player’s training and how the Bears recruited him. When asked about rumors of the Bears having weekly three-hour Zoom calls with Williams, Hewlett confirmed it. “You’re allowed to communicate with the athlete,” Hewlett explained, “and it was my understanding that he was able to do some of those sit-downs with the organization.” 

Hewlett further detailed how the Bears strategically utilized their virtual time with Williams. “They’re going to kind of maximize the time they can use,” he explained. “That’s typically how the process works, and there’s a limit to how much you can get through over Zoom.” This highlights the Bears’ determination to draft Williams, with their lengthy Zoom calls serving as a prime example of their meticulous efforts.

The Chicago Bears are all in on Williams

From the start, the Chicago Bears prioritized drafting Heisman Trophy winner Caleb Williams.  Even when controversies swirled around his painted nails and pink phone case, the Bears saw Caleb Williams’ potential as a quarterback. They attended Williams’ pro day in Los Angeles, spending at least a couple of days with him personally.

The Bears then invited Williams for a top-30 visit to their Chicago facility, where he met with the front office. Instead of the typical coach and owner dinner, they sent Williams to dine with current players like veteran D.J. Moore. In a way, this showed the team’s confidence in Williams becoming their franchise quarterback. Beyond these in-person interactions, the Bears invested heavily in building a solid offensive roster around Williams, adding names like Keenan Allen to support him at the receiving end. This shows their commitment to helping Williams achieve his lofty goal of surpassing Tom Brady’s legacy. The draft may be over, but the Chicago Bears’ commitment to Williams is just beginning. The seasons ahead will show more such efforts in support of their star quarterback.