Caleb Williams, the highly anticipated rookie quarterback for the Chicago Bears, will not make his NFL debut in the Hall of Fame Game against the Houston Texans. Bears head coach Matt Eberflus announced on Tuesday that Williams and other starters would not be playing in the exhibition game.
Williams expressed his desire to play but was ultimately denied by Eberflus, who stated that neither he nor any of the other starters would be participating in the game. Instead, Tyson Bagent will start for Chicago against Houston.
Eberflus cited the extra time the team has had to work due to playing in Canton as a reason for keeping his starters out of Thursday's game. The Bears have additional preseason games scheduled against the Cincinnati Bengals and Kansas City Chiefs, providing more opportunities for Williams to showcase his skills.
The Hall of Fame Game marks the first preseason game of the year, with other teams also holding their starters out or limiting their playing time. The Bears' decision to keep Williams on the sidelines is in line with this trend and a common practice in exhibition games.
Despite not making his debut against Houston, Williams has been impressing during training camp practices. He led a successful two-minute drill during Monday's session, demonstrating his ability to move the offense efficiently and effectively.
The Bears are eager to see what Williams can bring to their team after an impressive college career at Oklahoma and USC. With his strong arm, quick decision-making skills, and leadership qualities, fans are excited about the potential of this young quarterback.
Stay tuned for updates on Caleb Williams' progress as he prepares for his first NFL start in the Bears' second preseason game against the Buffalo Bills on August 10.
