Bears' Ben Johnson Critiques Caleb Williams After 30-16 Ravens Loss

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams faced criticism following a 30-16 loss to the Baltimore Ravens, primarily for his fourth-quarter interception and two intentional grounding penalties that hindered scoring opportunities. Despite these mistakes, Bears head coach Ben Johnson publicly defended Williams, highlighting his tangible growth and improved decision-making compared to previous games, emphasizing the need for patience as the young quarterback continues to develop. Johnson acknowledged the interception as a pivotal moment but suggested alternative plays might have been possible, reflecting a difference in perspective between coach and player on the play. Williams completed 25 of 38 passes for 285 yards but did not throw any touchdowns, marking his second consecutive game without a touchdown pass. The Bears' offense struggled notably in the red zone and was penalized multiple times, with Johnson expressing frustration over these errors that impacted the team's scoring chances. While the loss ended the Bears' four-game winning streak, Johnson remains cautiously optimistic about Williams' progress and the team's potential if improvements continue.