When the Chicago Bears walk into U.S. Bank Stadium for Monday night’s game against the Minnesota Vikings, they will be 64 days removed from their last victory. The team’s seven-game losing streak has taken a toll. Yet for rookie quarterback Caleb Williams, there’s still a sizable challenge ahead to finish the season strong. Three weeks after falling to the Vikings 30-27 in overtime, the Bears will get their rematch. With kickoff approaching, here’s our Week 15 entry to “The Caleb Williams File.” The buzz Williams has been seeking counsel, soliciting advice from teammates on how to navigate the longest losing streak of his football life. The Bears have not won since Oct. 13 in London. That’s 62 days ago for those keeping track. And within the team’s seven consecutive losses are three blowouts and four games decided on the final play.
It has been a wild ride for Williams. And it was clear Thursday afternoon that the commotion had taken its toll on the rookie. Williams labeled this season’s wild ride as “interesting,” leaving vast room for interpretation on the thought bubbles that must be bouncing around his head. But he also has been pushing to squeeze meaning and growth from the entire experience, as frustrating as it has been. “I ask questions to the guys who may have lost a bunch of games in a row like this or who have had losing seasons,” Williams said. “I ask them questions because the more knowledge that I have will prepare me for the future if this ever comes close to (happening) like this again.
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