Chicago Bears lock up quarterback Caleb Williams as his trade value soars to four first‑round picks

Quarterback Caleb Williams will remain with the Chicago Bears. After a breakout 2025 season in which he completed 330 passes for 3,942 yards and 27 touchdowns, Williams helped Chicago win its first NFC North title since 2018 and secure a playoff victory over the Green Bay Packers. ESPN analyst Bill Barnwell projected that any trade for Williams would require at least four first‑round draft picks, up from two the previous year, noting his three years of cost‑controlled contract remaining. The Bears have confirmed they are not entertaining a trade and plan to offer Williams a large extension once he becomes eligible after the upcoming season. He also entered ESPN’s Top‑10 quarterback rankings for the 2026 season.