Caleb Williams leads the comeback and lights up the Bears

For years, the Chicago Bears seemed to specialize in losing close games. But with Caleb Williams under center, that storyline is starting to shift. The rookie quarterback orchestrated a thrilling comeback against the New York Giants, sealing a 24-20 victory that not only improved the team’s record to 6-3 but also strengthened his leadership presence in the locker room. As reported by EssentiallySports, the perception of Williams within the team is evolving—he’s no longer just a promising talent, but a decisive force.

The play that defined the game was a 17-yard touchdown run with less than two minutes left. Interestingly, the play was designed as a pass. But Caleb Williams read the defense, spotted an opening, and took off. That ability to improvise under pressure is what his teammates value most. “He’s ice cold,” said safety Kevin Byard. “We know that if the game is tight, he’ll pull us through.”

Stats that build trust

The numbers back up that trust. In the game, Caleb Williams completed 55.5% of his passes for 220 yards, added 63 rushing yards, and scored two touchdowns. So far this season, he’s thrown for 2,136 yards, 13 passing touchdowns, and added three more on the ground. He’s also cut down on mistakes—just four interceptions in nine games, a clear improvement from his rookie year. Part of that progress comes from better protection: he’s gone from taking four sacks per game to just 1.5.

Kevin Byard said of Caleb Williams: “I’ve seen it too many times. When the game is on the line and we need him to make a play, he has ice in his veins. I think it’s just the maturation, the growth that he’s been showing, and the greatness that he has. I mean, he thrives in those…

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But the shift in Chicago isn’t solely due to Caleb Williams. Head coach Ben Johnson, in his first year with the team, has instilled a culture of resilience. The Bears have now won four straight, each with dramatic finishes. Johnson has kept the group focused, even when the performance hasn’t been perfect. “Feels like I’m telling the same story,” he said after the game. “These guys keep finding ways to win.”

Winning through chaos

The offense didn’t start strong against the Giants, but Kyle Monangai opened the scoring with a touchdown. Later, a 91-yard drive capped by Rome Odunze tied the game in the fourth quarter. The injury to Jaxson Dart, replaced by Russell Wilson, gave Caleb Williams the chance to close the game with authority.

While the Bears still struggle to dominate from start to finish, they’ve learned to win in the chaos. And as long as Caleb Williams keeps showing poise in clutch moments, Chicago can dream of more than just rebuilding.