Chicago Bears: Caleb Williams’ evaluation, Ozzy Trapilo's long road

Chicago Bearsâ general manager Ryan Poles speaks with the media...

Chicago Bears’ general manager Ryan Poles speaks with the media at Halas Hall on Jan. 21, 2026, in Lake Forest. (Stacey Wescott/Chicago Tribune)

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Chicago Bears’ general manager Ryan Poles speaks with the media at Halas Hall on Jan. 21, 2026, in Lake Forest. (Stacey Wescott/Chicago Tribune)

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By Phil Thompson | plthompson@chicagotribune.com | Chicago Tribune

PUBLISHED: January 21, 2026 at 5:12 PM CST

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Now that the Chicago Bears’ season is over, there’s one more thing coach Ben Johnson needs quarterback Caleb Williams to do: Get away from football.

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