When the No.1 draft pick of 2024 threw four touchdown passes in his third NFL start of 2025, it was obvious that the potential is there. This is your Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams. The quarterback of the Chicago Bears, through his offensive tactics, led the team to a victory against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 3, earning him the NFC Offensive Player of the Week. Yet, when they recognized him, he treated it as another checkpoint and remained “unfazed”.

In the Week 3 game against the Cowboys, Williams delivered a stunning performance by completing 19 of 28 passes for 298 yards and achieving four touchdowns without getting sacked. Each of his touchdown passes was to a different receiver, but the highlight was when the Bears dialed up a 65-yard trick play, where Williams hit rookie Luther Burden III to score a touchdown. This 65-yard touchdown pass is tied for the longest passing touchdown this NFL season. The Bears’ offense was explosive and fearless, leading them to a 31-14 victory against the Dallas Cowboys.

This earned Williams the honor of NFC Offensive Player of the Week. However, it seems he is brushing off the spotlight, which Bears HC Ben Johnson indicated at the press conference.

Ben Johnson told the reporters that Williams was “completely unfazed” after winning the award. “I tried to recognize him in front of the group, and he wasn’t having it. He is very stoic, and he’s already on to the next game. He knows he needs to have an even better performance here this week to give us the best chance to win,” he said.

Williams seems least interested in celebrating his accomplishment. Rather, Williams and the team are gearing up their offense under coach Johnson. This shows his modesty and his approach to the game. It seems he has already shifted his focus to the Week 4 game against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Caleb Williams became the first Bears quarterback to earn NFC Offensive Player of the Week since Justin Fields captured the honor in Week 9 of the 2022 season. The recognition caps an impressive three-game start for the quarterback.

Through three games, Williams has completed 63.4% of his passes for 715 yards with seven touchdowns against just one interception. His latest performance featured touchdown passes of 35 yards to wide receiver Rome Odunze, 10 yards to tight end Cole Kmet, and a 4-yard strike to wide receiver DJ Moore on fourth-and-goal to complete a methodical 19-play, 76-yard drive.

Williams led an offense that operated with remarkable efficiency, allowing zero sacks while committing no pre-snap penalties or turnovers. A testament to both his decision-making and the team’s preparation.

Caleb’s offensive tactics in the upcoming game against the Raiders

Williams enters Week 4 tied for second in the NFL with seven touchdown passes this season. With his versatility and confidence, Williams has the chance to prove his consistency in the game against the Raiders. The Raiders have struggled to have dynamic quarterbacks, and Williams’ ability poses a challenge for them.

The offensive coordinator and coach of the Chicago Bears, Declan Doyle, said at a press conference that the goal with Caleb is to make him gain “calculated confidence” in his throw for the upcoming game. “Yeah. I wouldn’t use the term cautious. It’s calculated confidence.” Said Doyle. ” You know what I mean, like, premeditated, I’m out there, and I’ve done this so often. I’ve drilled this so often that it’s like breathing. I’m looking at my first read. My footwork is right, and hey, it’s not there. And because my footwork is right, it brings me right to my next read. That’s what we’re trying to get to. We’re trying to ingrain habits that are calculated and that breed confidence.” Pointing to the goal, what the team is trying to achieve with Williams.

This balance and confidence of a touchdown have been the core of Williams’ success. The Bears may lean on creativity again, the way they produced the trick with the Cowboys. Williams already has the structure ready in the game. With DJ Moore and wide receiver Luther Burden III stretching the field, Caleb has plenty of weapons to test the Raiders’ defense.

If the Las Vegas Raiders sit back in coverage, Williams will have opportunities for more passes and touchdowns. Caleb Williams may have won the Offensive Player of the Week, but the spotlight does not distract him; rather, he is ready to take up the next challenge. If he succeeds and showcases his confidence again, the Bears’ offensive surge could be the highlight of the season.