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Bears' Offense Soars as Williams Shines Under Johnson

11/29/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Chicago Bears have significantly improved under head coach Ben Johnson, with quarterback Caleb Williams contributing.
Williams reduced his sack rate from 10.8% to 4.8% while holding the ball longer than any quarterback since 2012.
This improvement coincides with a 7.3 EPA per game rise for the Bears' offense.
The revamped offensive line has protected Williams, improving his evasion of defenders ahead of facing the Philadelphia Eagles.

History

Historical Context

The NFL's shift towards protecting quarterbacks began in 2012, significantly reducing sack rates across the league. Under head coach Ben Johnson, Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams exemplified this trend, lowering his sack rate from 10.8% to 4.8%. This change reflects a broader evolution in offensive strategies, potentially leading to higher scoring games and increased quarterback longevity in the league.

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Story summary

The Chicago Bears have significantly improved under head coach Ben Johnson, with quarterback Caleb Williams contributing.
Williams reduced his sack rate from 10.8% to 4.8% while holding the ball longer than any quarterback since 2012.
This improvement coincides with a 7.3 EPA per game rise for the Bears' offense.
The revamped offensive line has protected Williams, improving his evasion of defenders ahead of facing the Philadelphia Eagles.

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