Caleb Williams has become a dominant force in college football, earning numerous impressive scout reports. But can he hold his own against the NFL’s top-tier quarterbacks? Some certainly believe so, as reigning MVP Patrick Mahomes and the Bills‘ prodigy, Josh Allen, have become potential targets for the Heisman winner. So, what’s fueling all this excitement?
Beyond his standout Heisman Trophy season last year, considered the pinnacle in college football, the USC quarterback is already making waves in the 2023 college football season. From San Jose to Nevada, the past two weeks have been exceptionally favorable for the 21-year-old quarterback.
William gets compared to Patrick Mahomes and others
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NFL rookie watch recently took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to highlight Caleb Williams’ exceptional dominance in the current college football season. With a remarkable 73% completion rate, a whopping 597 passing yards, and an impressive 9 touchdowns, the young QB’s achievements shine bright like a diamond. Adding to his prowess, he also rushed for 42 yards and currently holds a stellar passer rating of 153.66, solidifying his position at the top.
Caleb Williams has looked INSANE through two weeks:
• 36/49 (73%)
• 597 passing yards
• 42 rushing yards
• 9 total TD’s
• 153.66 passer ratingWilliams has already seen many comparisons to Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, and Lamar Jackson by NFL scouts.
Football officially… pic.twitter.com/IJNrX66ZtP
— NFL Rookie Watch (@NFLRookieWatxh) September 3, 2023
The page also reports that NFL scouts have recognized immense potential in this young quarterback, drawing comparisons to the likes of Mahomes, Allen, and even Lamar Jackson. As per the post, football now has its equivalent of NBA prospect Victor Wembanyama, the French basketball prodigy standing at a towering 7 feet 4 inches, who secured a Pro A championship in 2022.
All the hype surrounding Williams is undeniably justified, as he’s been consistently delivering standout performances on the gridiron for the past few years.
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William’s five-TD stint against Nevada!
USC continues their undefeated streak after securing their second victory this season against Nevada. Their star QB delivered a spectacular performance, throwing five touchdown passes, including two caught by Tahj Washington. His remarkable display was so extraordinary that, with a comfortable 42-7 lead, he retired 2 minutes and 12 seconds before the end of the third quarter. One of the most awe-inspiring moments of the game was when receiver Dorian Singer skillfully caught a 30-yard pass, expertly flicked by Williams just before tiptoeing the sidelines.
However, the true measure of whether Williams will claim the QB1 spot will only be revealed at the conclusion of the 2023 season. He faces formidable competition, including Drake Maye, who is also earning high praise from scouts and experts alike. It will undoubtedly be intriguing to witness how far this rivalry will escalate.
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