The Chicago Bears made a big change to their coaching staff earlier this week through the firing of offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, a development that caught receiver D.J. Moore off-guard and has taken a toll on Bears QB Caleb Williams.
On Friday, Williams' feelings on the situation were revealed via Kevin Patra of Around the NFL during which the number one overall pick and Chicago signal caller admitted that Waldron's absence has been difficult for myriad reasons.
"I obviously saw what happened," Williams said. "It's tough just because you work months and kind of knew Shane (Waldron) before being drafted here because of all the process and stuff.
"Just trying to build that relationship and then the guy you've been trying to get on the same page with isn't here anymore. So, now you kind of have to adjust and adjust fast because we are in divisional play and playing the Packers this week."
Nov 10, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) drops back to pass against the New England Patriots during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike Dinovo-Imagn Images
The Bears loaded up on offensive weapons including D'Andre Swift, Williams, first round receiver Rome Odunze, Keenan Allen and others this offseason.
Things haven't gone according to plan. Chicago is averaging just over 277 yards per game in total offense this season, ranking third-to-last among all NFL teams.
Williams, for his part, is staying the course. He appears willing to take instruction from new Bears OC Thomas Brown, based on comments shared this week.
The relationship with Brown will take time to build, but Williams sounds as if he is ready.
"I don't get to choose decisions, nor do I get to choose whether decisions are good, bad or indifferent," Williams said. "My job is to listen, and from there, go do my job."
