In quarterback Caleb Williams’ first two years in the NFL, he was widely criticized for his low completion percentage. As a rookie for the Chicago Bears, his completion percentage was 62.5, and it went even lower in 2025 with a completion percentage of 58.1.
However, it has skyrocketed in 2026. Through the first eight weeks of the season, Williams has the second-highest completion percentage in the NFL at 70.9. Only Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow has a higher completion percentage at 73 percent. Bears offensive coordinator Press Taylor explained what has led to Williams’ increase in completion percentage so far this season.
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“The decisiveness,” Taylor said. “He’s hitting the top of the drop and the ball is coming out to where it’s supposed to be or he’s quickly down to a progression or check down to keep us on schedule. I think he and a lot of our guys realize now if we can stay in these normal down situations, we’re just going to keep unloading the clip and we’re going to keep firing, keep doing all this.
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3 key matchups to watch in Bears’ Sunday night game vs. Bucs
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (99) on the field against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
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3 key matchups to watch in Bears’ Sunday night game vs. Bucs
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (99) on the field against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
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3 reasons for optimism as the Bears face the Buccaneers in Week 9
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (99) warms up prior to a game against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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3 keys for Bears offense vs. Bucs in Week 9
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) passes the ball against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV (13) and linebacker Drake Thomas (32) make a tackle on Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) during the first quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson on the sidelines against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) passes the ball against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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5 most important plays from Bears’ win over Seahawks
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) reacts after throwing a touchdown pass against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears’ Jeffery Simmons will be ready for Good, Better, Best next time
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (99) on the sidelines against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; The line scrimmage during the second quarter of game between Chicago Bears and Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (99) is blcked by Seattle Seahawks center Jalen Sundell (61) during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears running back Roschon Johnson (23) runs after the catch against the Seattle Seahawks during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears QB Caleb Williams’ improved accuracy is visible on stat sheet
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) looks downfield to pass against the Seattle Seahawks during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze (15) runs after the catch as Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon (21) trails on the play during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) passes the ball against the Chicago Bears during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Ben Johnson sounds off on Jeffery Simmons’ debut with Bears
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) is pressured by. Chicago Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (99) during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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5 takeaways from the Bears’ 34-17 dominating win over the Seahawks
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen on the sidelines against the Seattle Seahawks during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) is sacked by Chicago Bears defensive line Montez Sweat (98) during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Dennis Allen sounds off on Bears DE Montez Sweat’s return to action
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive line Montez Sweat (98) reacts after a sack against the Seattle Seahawks during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Where the Chicago Bears rank statistically heading into Week 9
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive line Montez Sweat (98) reacts after a sack against the Seattle Seahawks during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Announcers set for Bears vs. Bucs Week 9 game
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze (15) reacts after a catch against the Seattle Seahawks during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift (4) breaks the tackle attempt by Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon (21) during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Kalif Raymond (14) makes the catch in front of Seattle Seahawks linebacker Drake Thomas (32) during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Ben Johnson praises Bears RB D’Andre Swift finding end zone
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift (4) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze (15) runs after the catchagainst the Seattle Seahawks during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald and Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson shake hands following the game at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
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Caleb Williams admires new Bears teammate Jeffery Simmons’ character
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks guard Quenton Nelson (53) and Chicago Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (99) meet after the game at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
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Ben Johnson reacts to Bears’ statement win over Seahawks
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson stands on the sidelines against the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears linebacker Jack Sanborn (57) reacts after a block field goal by the defense against the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Kalif Raymond (14) runs after the catch as Seattle Seahawks linebacker Derick Hall (58) defends during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift (4) carries for the touchdown as Seattle Seahawks cornerback Josh Jobe (29) defends during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive line James Lynch (97) makes an interception against the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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NFL Week 9 power rankings: Bears continue to rise, Ravens fall
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive line James Lynch (97) celebrates with teammates after an interception against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive line James Lynch (97) celebrates with defensive tackle Shemar Turner (95) after an interception against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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What’s helped Bears QB Caleb Williams increase completion percentage
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) under center against the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Ben Johnson gets brutally honest about Bears run game in recent weeks
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift (4) scores a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Good, bad and ugly from Bears’ 34-17 prime-time win over Seahawks
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (99) reacts after a defensive play against the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears PFF grades: Best, worst performers in Week 8 win vs. Seahawks
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive back Cam Lewis (21) leaves the field after defeating the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears-Seahawks’ Monday Night Football matchup drew massive audience
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) leaves the field after defeating the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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The Morning After…the Bears’ Week 8 statement win vs. Seahawks
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) leaves the field after defeating the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive line Daniel Hardy (92) leaves the field after defeating the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Bears defeat Seahawks, 34-17: Photos from Chicago’s Week 8 win
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (99) leaves the field after defeating the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Inside Bears’ locker room after commanding Week 8 win vs. Seahawks
Nov 2, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift (4) leaves the field after defeating the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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“When it’s there, take it. When it’s not, put it in play. We’ve got a lot of dynamic players that can do a lot of good things with the ball in their hand. And some of it’s running the football. Our guys understand how much goes into every single run play and run call and the ownership that the quarterback has, that the offensive line has in that, and staying on schedule. And that’s just going to keep us turning. We spend a lot of time building this game plan. We’ve got a lot of cool things. A lot of people get the opportunity to be involved, but you’ve got to stay on schedule to be able to utilize a lot of that.”
Chicago will need his decisiveness against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday Night Football. It will be the Bears’ third primetime game in a row. They will also be looking to get to 4-0 in primetime games, while the Buccaneers are looking to get their third win in a row.
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