The last time a Chicago Bears quarterback won the NFC Offensive Player of the Week award, it was because of some sweet feet.
Justin Fields, then quarterbacking the Bears, rushed for a record 178 yards in a loss to Miami. His 61-yard touchdown run, where he weaved around nearly half the Dolphins’ defense, electrified Soldier Field.
Nearly three years later, another Bears quarterback claimed the same honor for some similar reasons.
Caleb Williams’ fancy footwork didn’t set any rushing records on Sunday vs. Dallas. But, his four-touchdown day was a direct example of his growth as a quarterback and how his improved footwork correlates to his success as a passer.
"I see him playing the game with his feet much more so than what we had in the spring or during training camp," Bears head coach