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Caleb Williams Sets Bears' Passing Record Despite Loss

1/5/2026

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On January 4, 2026, Caleb Williams set the Chicago Bears' franchise single-season passing yards record with a 25-yard touchdown pass to Jahdae Walker against Detroit Lions, surpassing Erik Kramer’s 3,838 yards.
He finished the season with 3,942 passing yards, 27 touchdowns and 7 interceptions.
The Bears lost 19-16, but Williams aims to become the first Bears quarterback to reach 4,000 passing yards as the team heads into the playoffs.

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Story summary

On January 4, 2026, Caleb Williams set the Chicago Bears' franchise single-season passing yards record with a 25-yard touchdown pass to Jahdae Walker against Detroit Lions, surpassing Erik Kramer’s 3,838 yards.
He finished the season with 3,942 passing yards, 27 touchdowns and 7 interceptions.
The Bears lost 19-16, but Williams aims to become the first Bears quarterback to reach 4,000 passing yards as the team heads into the playoffs.