In a draft where six quarterbacks were taken in the top 12 selections, preseason still meant the most for the quarterback taken first among them: Caleb Williams.
Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles had spent two-and-a-half offseasons curating a perfect landing spot for a young quarterback.
With the help of the Carolina Panthers and their abysmal 2023 record, Poles ended up with the pick of the litter after having secured Carolina's selection in a trade earlier that same year.
He couldn't mess this up. Williams is the most highly touted prospect to come out of college in years. The Heisman winner's freakish athleticism and pedigree have prepared him for this moment.
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