Current:Home > StocksCaleb Williams said he would be 'excited' to be drafted by Bears or Commanders -WealthTrail Solutions
Caleb Williams said he would be 'excited' to be drafted by Bears or Commanders
View
Date:2025-04-15 15:54:27
Caleb Williams said he would be "excited" if the Chicago Bears selected him No. 1 in April's draft.
The former USC quarterback ended any speculation about his plans amid talk about having a preference of where he wanted to play.
"I'm not pushing any agenda," Williams said to ESPN.com. "At the end of the day, the Bears have the last say. Regardless of how I feel, I'm not pushing an agenda of, 'Yeah, I want to go. Or no, I don't want to go.' I'm excited for whatever comes."
Chicago still has a decision to make regarding the status of the No. 1 pick and if they are going to be committed to quarterback Justin Fields, who has a 10-28 record as a starter in three seasons with the Bears.
Williams, the 2022 Heisman Trophy winner, said he is looking forward to meeting with the Bears this week at the scouting combine in Indianapolis. He will not participate in throwing drills and plans to showcase those skills at USC's pro day on March 20.
NFL STATS CENTRAL: The latest NFL scores, schedules, odds, stats and more.
"If I get drafted by the Bears, I'll be excited," Williams said. "If they trade the pick, and I get drafted by someone else, I'm just as excited. Speaking about Chicago, they have a talented team, a talented offense and defense. For anyone to be in that situation, I think they'd be excited."
Williams completed 68.6% of his passes and threw for 3,633 yards with 30 touchdowns and five interceptions last season for USC.
The 22-year-old Williams is a Washington, D.C. native and said being drafted by the Washington Commanders, who have the No. 2 overall pick, would be "cool" because of the familiarity with the team.
"There's a time and place for everything," Williams said. "My job and my hobby is being at the facility or on the field or watching film. Or relaxing and prepping for the next day or game.
"My main goal and focus ... is to go win games and stay focused on keeping the main goal the main goal."
veryGood! (2)
Related
- Man charged with murder in death of beloved Detroit-area neurosurgeon
- The Daily Money: No action on interest rates
- Dozens of hikers became ill during trips to waterfalls near the Grand Canyon
- Sen. John Fetterman was at fault in car accident and seen going ‘high rate of speed,’ police say
- Most popular books of the week: See what topped USA TODAY's bestselling books list
- Country Singer Cole Swindell Shares Sweet Update on Wedding to Courtney Little
- Executives of telehealth company accused of fraud that gave easy access to addictive Adderall drug
- Senate voting on IVF package amid Democrats' reproductive rights push
- Chief beer officer for Yard House: A side gig that comes with a daily swig.
- Say his name: How Joe Hendry became the biggest viral star in wrestling
Ranking
- Olympic women's basketball bracket: Schedule, results, Team USA's path to gold
- Summer House's Kyle Cooke and Amanda Batula Shut Down Breakup Rumors in the Sweetest Way
- 'Once-in-a-lifetime event': Explosion in space to look like new star, NASA says
- Much of Puerto Rico loses power as controversy over its electricity providers intensifies
- Hidden Home Gems From Kohl's That Will Give Your Space a Stylish Refresh for Less
- DNA reveals ritual of sacrificing boys, including twins, in ancient Mayan city, scientists say
- Senators hopeful of passing broad college sports legislation addressing NCAA issues this year
- Alicia Vikander Shares Rare Insight into Raising Son With Husband Michael Fassbender
Recommendation
Daughter of Utah death row inmate navigates complicated dance of grief and healing before execution
Supreme Court upholds rejection of Trump Too Small trademark in free speech dispute
Man dies in apparent hot tub electrocution at Mexico beach resort in Puerto Peñasco
Much of Puerto Rico loses power as controversy over its electricity providers intensifies
Pressure on a veteran and senator shows what’s next for those who oppose Trump
The Daily Money: No action on interest rates
Tyson Foods heir suspended as CFO after second alcohol-related arrest
Report: Differences between gay and straight spouses disappear after legalization of gay marriage