Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) walks across the field before an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Monday, Dec. 16, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr) AP

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams experienced plenty of learning moments during his rookie season in 2024. A lot of those came against the Minnesota Vikings.

One of those “welcome to the NFL” moments occurred during a game against Minnesota when Williams played a game of mental cat and mouse against Vikings safety Harrison Smith.

Williams checked to a new play during a drive when he saw how Minnesota’s defense was aligned. Smith quickly reacted to the check and adjusted his defense’s formation to another play call.

The move forced Williams to go through mental gymnastics and check his play

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