Caleb Williams supports Ryan Poles despite Bears' struggles

In Lake Forest, Illinois, Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams expressed his unwavering confidence in general manager Ryan Poles amidst a challenging season for the franchise. Despite the team being on a seven-game losing streak and holding a record of 4-9, Williams maintains that Poles is the right person to lead the Bears to success. His faith stems from Poles' commitment to the team and desire to win. The Bears entered the season with high hopes of making the playoffs, especially after drafting Williams with the top overall pick, expecting a turnaround from an early promising performance. It is important to note that the team faced significant challenges, including the firing of offensive coordinator Shane Waldron and head coach Matt Eberflus during the season. This turmoil reflects the struggles the organization has encountered in recent weeks, including a poor showing in a recent game against the San Francisco 49ers. Williams, after several difficult outings, has seen a dip in his performance, throwing for only 134 yards during that game. He emphasized that despite a difficult stretch for the team, he believes in the potential for recovery and improvement under Poles' management, citing offseason acquisitions as a positive sign. As the Bears prepare for their matchup against the Minnesota Vikings, who are in strong form, the pressure continues to mount. Nevertheless, Williams echoed a message of hope and belief, stating that he was brought to the Bears to help them win games and that he remains optimistic about the future as they face significant challenges ahead in the season.