Caleb Williams is an American professional football quarterback currently playing for the Chicago Bears in the NFL. Born on November 18, 2001, in Washington, D.C., Williams first gained national attention as a highly ranked high school quarterback at Gonzaga College High School. He began his collegiate career at the University of Oklahoma in 2021, where he notably led a dramatic comeback victory against the University of Texas as a freshman. Williams transferred to the University of Southern California (USC) for his sophomore and junior seasons, where he established himself as one of college football's premier players. In 2022, he won the Heisman Trophy, becoming USC’s eighth recipient of the award. That season, he set multiple USC single-season records, including total offense yards (4,919), passing completions (333), and touchdown passes (42). He also secured prestigious honors such as the Maxwell Award and Walter Camp Award, and was named the Associated Press Player of the Year. Williams was recognized as a unanimous First Team All-American and led USC to a Pac-12 Championship appearance. In the 2024 NFL Draft, Williams was selected first overall by the Chicago Bears. He is regarded as the franchise’s potential franchise quarterback, tasked with revitalizing a team that has historically lacked a 4,000-yard passer in a season. His rookie season with the Bears marks a critical point in his professional career and the team's future[1][2][4][5][6]. Williams stands 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighs around 215–226 pounds. His combination of passing accuracy, rushing ability, and leadership has made him a significant figure in both college and professional football[1][2][3].