Caleb Williams pushed by dream of becoming NFL's greatest QB (FULL INTERVIEW) | FNIA | NFL on NBC

Caleb Williams sits down with Maria Taylor to relive the emotions of being selected No. 1 by the Bears, shares what pushes him to achieve his dream of being the greatest, and the many stories behind his nails. #NFL #FNIA #NBCSports
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[@JTB213]

It’s honestly hilarious how misconstrued someone’s character can be by the media and misinformed ppl on social media. He solid fr.

[@Hienieken]

Hilarious? Hardly. Sad? Definitely. It's so sad that people are so bitter with their own lives that they have to make up stories about people who are living their best life.

[@RedDawg_Ent]

Yeah, I feel the same about Aaron Rodgers all his teammates say nothing but GREAT things about him but every time I look, they are bashing him in the sports media.

[@LightskinKing33]

Hence the Trump, Aaron Rodgers, and Joe Rogan situations currently.

[@OscarUnrated]

its more social media misconstruing than traditional media ive seen

[@NOTREALLYHANKAARON]

Caleb is a twisted evil parent lab experiment. He an only child living alone in an apartment to go the high school.

[@JustKicks786]

he seems very calm / cool / collected; not arrogant or a POS like a lot of media outlet portrayed him as.

[@random_musicfan]

Mafraud is about to get replaced

[@robmiller2221]

@@random_musicfan Yeah ok 😂 That’s cute ❤

[@random_musicfan]

@@robmiller2221Caleb is the future of the league

[@robmiller2221]

@@random_musicfan No he isn’t He’s gonna be humbled really quickly. Mahomes is the face of the league & that’s not gonna change for a while.

[@random_musicfan]

@@robmiller2221Man stop trolling

[@philosophy20]

We deserve this Bears fans! ✊🏽🐻⬇️

[@nangmung772]

we’ve been through sm heartbreak, hopefully he’ll lead us back to football greatness.

[@chitownmytownofficialonean6067]

@philosophy20 I'm excited to see what he does win or lose the season will be exciting and energetic the squad is ridiculous we are officially a deep ball threat team !!

[@jasondurbin1034]

BEAR DOWN!!

[@karlbrunssen786]

We sure do! His calm attitude will only help his development. It's like he understands that there is time for him to grow yet still thinks why not try to win ASAP. Caleb is a waaaaaay different situation than the last couple times we got duped. Barely any question marks for Caleb so far and remember right of the bat we all had question marks for Fields and Trubisky.

[@jimmy_butler]

We don't deserve this bum. What deserves is Harrison and 3 picks

[@offgridRC]

As a Bears fan I never thought our QB would be doing all these high flying interviews !!!

[@OrlandoS1111]

He’s the chosen one… We finally have what can be a superstar QB here in our city. Feels like a dream still 🐻

[@jimmy_butler]

Too bad he's a horrible QB

[@Snowgangtaefoe]

Caleb Williams is the chosen one the nfl already deemed him as that name in the nfl no qb ever had that name in the nfl

[@jimmy_butler]

@@Snowgangtaefoe plenty did and they all sucked. Gayleb is no different go look at his games, he sucks

[@holistic_holidaze6469]

​@@jimmy_butlertoo bad u don't have a life

[@markreynolds6715]

As a SC fan, having Caleb be our qb the last 2 seasons has been a joy and a blessing. Bears fans i suggest you enjoy the football you'll get out of him. That includes the wins and losses.

[@jigsaw6246]

Caleb is one of those rare athletes that doesn't fear pressure, he welcomes it, like Tiger or Jordan.

[@vitamintea]

He’s gotta prove it. Also you should add Brady to those two.

[@noegamboa9924]

@@vitaminteahe’s proven it in college

[@TheRealRickyShow]

@@vitaminteanah Brady cheated 😂😂😂 and don’t downplay it he smashed his phone during deflategate lol and the pats got CAUGHT ON CAMERA for the bengals sideline 🗑️🗑️🗑️

[@jamesclark7630]

Yeah man…never played an NFL snap. That’s about where the comparison between those three ends.

[@friendlysatanist7442]

A lot of guys prove it in college, the nfl is different ​@noegamboa9924

[@random_musicfan]

Now here’s a guy we can root for!

[@73ajd1]

This young man is not going to be special, he IS special. I'm rooting for the person and the player. Welcome to Chicago Caleb.

[@jimmy_butler]

He is not special, and never will be.

[@holistic_holidaze6469]

​@@jimmy_butlerlol hater

[@PackingHeat54]

Poles was right on this kid!! Glad we got him and wish JF1 the best!!

[@onzaol]

He was born for this spotlight. Molded by the hype since he was in highschool. Sky is the limit, Caleb

[@jimmy_butler]

Too bad he's not that great of ball player

[@robertphillips2493]

@@jimmy_butler lol you’re going to a lot of trouble and time to post negative comments on everyone’s posts here. Did Caleb upset you when you were a kid or something. Strange how you can have such a personal dislike to someone you’ve never met. If that’s the case

[@reloaded17]

This kid is different. Like the interviewer said, we got a good one here. When he says he wants to be the greatest, it doesn't sound like arrogance. It's literally a goal and a belief that he set for himself and I for one believe that he can get there. He's special. He's humble. He's confident. We got a good here in Chicago. Let's go!

[@jimmy_butler]

He's not different,

[@reloaded17]

@@jimmy_butler ok, Jimmy 😂

[@mikevisby8744]

@@jimmy_butler Did Caleb do something to you personally? I already responded to one of your comments, before I realized that you replied to tons of comments here with hate.

[@JKAllen]

How can you not like this kid!

[@hockeyfan1799]

If you're an NFC North rival heheh 🐻 ⬇️

[@lacandela69]

Paints his nails

[@hokageobama4003]

@@lacandela69what does that have to do with his play on the field? Why does it matter what a grown man does to his nails?

[@abidingdude222]

Very easily actually…. 😂

[@hockeyfan1799]

@@abidingdude222 headass

[@ailaserguy]

I don’t understand how anyone doesn’t like this kid. He might end up being special. Bears fans might finally have drafted their cure for QBTSD.

[@jimmy_butler]

He's an obnoxious, arrogant attention seeker. Also doesn't he's an atrocious QB

[@Idlewyld]

How quickly you forget Mitch Trubisky.

[@ailaserguy]

@@Idlewyld Lol if I remember correctly Bears fans were NOT happy about that pick! Boo’d that poor kid at a Bulls game before he even took a snap!

[@BK-wp1jj]

This kid is so easy to root for because he is such a good guy.

[@opkilla6321]

Him watching kobe, listens to Tom Brady, watch Aaron Rodgers shows u alone the mind set

[@matthewnapoleon125]

He's meant for the spotlight. That's what you need to thrive in the NFL. It seems like hes used yo being the center of attention and thats a good thing. He won't fold under the pressure.

[@random_musicfan]

He better not

[@skoden1313]

Let's wait until he's played a single regular season NFL snap 😂. My god you people love to hype up anything

[@Mosthatedgamerz]

@@skoden1313anything ???? He’s the number one pick sound like u hating 😂

[@AwakenedGodsChannel]

Every time I see Caleb Williams it is very obvious HE LOVES THE GAME and HE PUTS IN A LOT OF WORK. Confidence gets seen as arrogance but because you been working hard it comes off as such. Been a BEARS fan my whole life and Caleb if you win in CHICAGO just once you'll be LEGEND FOREVER.

[@yakabatuka]

bear down on the nails is awesome

[@barryturner2902]

Williams, Bagent, and Reed--young Attorneys at BALL!!! Thanks for the interview/thanks to Ryan Poles for landing them!!!

[@thomaskvachkoff8419]

Old soul. Wise young man.

[@BrutalShoG]

The man was such a joy to watch every Saturday. Dude made USC games fun to watch again . Still doesn't top the Pete Carroll era but he made it close. Did find it odd the national media really wanted to derail him. Bears fans are lucky to get him. The media games won't break him.

[@Bryan-ig2zp]

Caleb looks jacked!! 💪

[@richmargin6082]

Im jacked cause caleb is jacked. He’s got the whole team and fans jacked

[@javenterry8691]

How you think this dude can throw the ball 50 yds down the field with no feet on the ground ?😂

[@keithk1559]

​@@richmargin6082I'm jacked because you're jacked that Caleb is jacked!!! 🐻⬇️ ✌️✝️

[@I3ra]

He looks ordinary to me, then again I’m 6’6” at 275

[@NotThatGuy48]

@@I3ra lol yet you're not in the NFL...

[@kellsmo9488]

This is proof that you don’t put any stock in what the “insiders” say about players. He is everything they said he wasn’t. This is not an act, he’s just self aware and very self made and a culmination of hard work and dedication.

[@PEANUTBUTTERNINJA]

We finally have a special QB! I wish my dad was here to see it. 😢

[@darnelll.hubbart79]

Man hasn’t played one regular season snap and already a legend. Buckle up Chicago, we’re in for a ride!

[@davidpaschal6963]

That setting and background in Halas Hall is dope

[@ralmurillo3027]

He's very calm, confident, and humble. Lets Go Caleb! ITS TIME !!

[@user-mr5qk4sy2p]

I am SO glad you, Caleb, are who you are and where you are as a person, a young man, and a football player with dreams and aspirations. Being all of those is hard work. Thank you for your openness and, yes, vulnerability in that process. As a BEARS fan, I am excited. As an old man, I am still inspired by human beings like you. May Providence keep you safe and challenged. BEAR DOWN, Brother!

[@ikGREENY]

Chicago is perfect for this guy. All we care about is performance and quality of character. This dude may be a little weird and fruity to some, but to me it just shows the confidence he has in himself and who he is. We need that confidence in the fourth quarter down 4. His calm demeanor and charm will go great in leading a team that needs someone to get them over the edge. We got faith in you and we’re with you 100% Caleb. Go out there and get it bro! BEAR DOWN!

[@Hullified]

His interview talent is almost as good as his arm talent.

[@lamarkpowells]

Nah she’s good she got him relaxed and open he’s always like that somewhat but he seems less guarded

[@DirtyCitrus]

He’s gonna win us multiple superbowls & will be a generational talent. You can just tell when someone is going to be special.

[@Idlewyld]

Dream on. You aren't winning any Super Bowls.

[@LionsOnTheHunt313]

I appreciate the backstory on the nail painting and that it's a statement against bullying and preconception. Caleb seems to be a thoughtful & appreciative guy. Dammit I don't want to like him LoL. With that said... Go Lions!!!

[@KSZN_]

Caleb we got your back!

[@thegainsreport8520]

This was so wholesome!!! Great interview by the host. Caleb seems wise ahead of his years which definitely speaks highly about how he was raised. He’s a fighter that not afraid of the challenge. This young king will help lead the bears to NFC north title.

[@stoneyj1a1]

So much hype every time Chicago gets a new "franchise QB". No joke. Can't miss. For real. Greatest QB. Yesterday he sucked.

[@mrdaryldav]

This kids very humble and you can see all over him I’m glad we were able to get him

[@samzulfer2107]

Bears fan here I think I can speak for the fans when I say we are cool with you being a fan of Rodgers as long as you beat him when we finally get the Jets Bonus points if you can make the motion of wearing a championship belt on yourself

[@73ajd1]

We don't need Aaron Rodgers part 2. We need the guy who can beat Jordan. I think we have him.

[@samzulfer2107]

@@73ajd1 you are right. But I was at that game he did that to us and I hate him lol

[@73ajd1]

@@samzulfer2107 I'm with you, I hate that guy. That's exactly why I want Csleb to be better than that, as a player and a person.

[@northwestkidmarc]

I believe Caleb will be phenomenal for the bears he's beyond talented and the bears got alot of potential this year too with Allen Moore odunze kmet etc. Much success to the bears definitely 😊🎉

[@keithhunley1127]

Caleb thank you for the excitement you’ve brought back to our Chicago Bears. BearDown claws up .

[@CHITECHDUDE]

Caleb I believe in you 💯, you show Chicago that you are a winner (which I know you will) man you will be so loved by us fans trust me!

[@zirzero3598]

Never Stop Working. Create your legacy. Let your name live forever in History 🐻 Down

[@DarkerBrother]

Like I've said before, i dont understand how he's not already the best qb prospect ever? He's a much better athlete than luck, elway, and manning while being on just about the same level as far as anticipation and processing. We've never seen THIS elite of a thrower and runner combination imo

[@georgealvarez1195]

its easy to look good when you are winning and everything is going your way. ask zach wilson and trey mason. he aint nothing new and hes played less football than those 2. hes gotta prove it like everyone else

[@Chijake13]

@@georgealvarez1195lol he’s been better than Zack Wilson for 4 years now 😂😂

[@DB800187]

The stars have aligned to bring this man to the Windy City. If he has great success, he will own Chicago.

[@KilowP]

He’s def a leader n down to earth

[@TomandAmyinthePI]

This QB has some serious aspirations and some mental strength and intelligence......this is a first for a bears QB and I'm 64 YO...

[@cimerians]

He's a good soul. Respect.

[@nickstrom2306]

Let's stop putting unrealistic pressure on this kid, he's gonna have his ups amd downs but let's let him play his game amd hopefully he is great right away if not let's be patient

[@swiftslick]

Never seen a Bears QB answer questions without getting upset or snarky and losing their cool. It's just great to see how composed this man is.

[@ryandamuth1300]

Who is this man Interviewing caleb?

[@petertomasetti3338]

😂😂😂

[@isaiahstokes9720]

Bears fans it's are turn to shine 🌞💫💯🍾🍻🥂🏟️🏆🏈🧸

[@cheetocharleston472]

Idolizing 2 NFC North QBs to being drafted #1 overall by one is really a full circle moment. I couldn’t be more excited he plays for my favorite team. 🐻⬇️

[@captainhaddock6524]

for a rookie who hasn’t played a single regular season snap, he certainly exudes confidence of a 10 year vet! Just raises our expectation on him putting on a show this season

[@dennisp362]

He's such a good kid. Lfg

[@sim396]

Pressure in Chicago will be intense, but hopefully he can live up to the hype

[@dnice33]

It doesn’t bother him he literally was built for this

[@andrewfung9340]

I feel like most of the pressure is just because he's been compared to Mahomes

[@nicholasmelchor3038]

@@dnice33found da bears fan.

[@hofftipus4132]

Caleb is a diamond. He'll be fine.

[@Duffyartwork]

@@nicholasmelchor3038he was groomed for this. Get a clue

[@eddiecainejr.9442]

I can't wait to see him grow up before our eyes on this Bears team ..... I'm rooting for this young man to destroy all those who root against him to fail at what you have to grow into as a QB i truly BELIEVE we have our QB of the future

[@jasontoy1261]

Great interview love this young man's personality

[@robinjackson7540]

Ice Cube son is going to be a good QB! Big respect to him for not becoming an actor, guy took his own path!

[@chrxmeface]

Dam 100% that's a man

[@idanology]

Foreal

[@isaigutierrez1617]

As a Texans fan, I'm looking forward to Caleb Williams, Rome Odunze and the rest of the squad to do big things. Just seeing Caleb's highlights is enough to let me know our Sunday Night game is gonna be a movie.

[@kylegibson5874]

All thanks to Lovie Smith!

[@Whocaresifitaintdabears]

The only thing I can think about is how her voice is like three levels deeper than his.

[@phillz5782]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@focus1888]

I believe him I think he plays more like Aaron than Patrick

[@Echo__plex]

Lol

[@pablonunez2212]

Me too

[@s6xafterse7en]

He’s a good mix of both, but more athletic. He’s got some real talent and skills.

[@Omar-kt6in]

He plays nothing like Rodgers. 😅. Jordan Love plays like Rodgers.

[@focus1888]

@@Omar-kt6in who he plays like than 🤔 and who’s better ? Jordan or Caleb

[@jsnwardell39]

Thats My Quarterback! 🐻👇🏾🧡💙

[@MrSoles]

DAAAA BEAAARSSS!!!! DAT'S EXACTLY RIGHT, MY FRIEND!!!! Bears going 24-0 this season! (pre-season + playoffs) 🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻

[@picnicsalad1]

He's so good and talented. I feel like these level of talent guys don't get as much superbowls as they should because their contracts are just so huge and take up so much cap space. We'll see what they can do with his rookie contract

[@JacksonRidge23]

i am VERY excited for this season to start.

[@joeshoe6184]

First things first, just beat the packers man. Something the last guy was unable to do in 3 seasons...

[@kevinb6745]

Considering we don’t play the Pack until Q3 of the season, first things first is to beat the Titans on 9/8. Point acknowledged, though ✅

[@joeshoe6184]

@@kevinb6745 agreed. It would would be nice to go into that stretch of divisional games with a winning record...

[@pastorhectornunez556]

He's going to do well with the Bears playoffs here we come

[@shaunzaarrae3727]

The best part is i remember this same exact interview with Bryce young, the 90% consensus pick of last year, and the “late round fantasy sleeper”

[@kn8204]

Really like this guy. I didn’t feel right about fields when we drafted him I grew to like him but I feel good about Caleb off the bat and I can already see where he’s better than fields

[@DAsbury79]

I still can’t believe this guy is a Bear! I believe he’s that missing piece of the puzzle that’s held the Bears back for long long time. It’s yet to be seen but he’s quickly making me a believer. Claws⬆️Bear⬇️

[@tysonjameslee660]

He’s legit. He has also had some really good media training.

[@collinsk85]

GO BEARS 🧡💙🏈🐻⬇️🙌🏾

[@EverydaySupernatural]

If you listen to the voices without watching you’d think this is two men. A potential all pro QB and a trans. That dude has a deeper voice then Caleb

[@arturocastro9654]

Great kid, wish him all the best, and someone please tell him (and every other football player) to cut down on "and things like that" PLEASE!!!

[@gweedo180]

Justin Fields fan boys were trying their best to spread bad rumours. Many of us real Bear fans saw through it and pushed to draft Caleb.

[@NicholasAckerman-xv3dm]

The Windy City Wizard... hard work is the only way. Illinois got your back. Win as many Terry Bradshaw and play like Favre and Marino. Brady SB count might be a stretch lot more went into it. Greatest QB would be a QB who has traits of every great QB that no one can really replicate. Threading the needle on those deeper levels going be beautiful can't wait.

[@szn1580]

I think Caleb will do well. Also Jayden Daniels will be good

[@malcolmakaG1]

BEAR Down or lay down. A Trojan is going to lead my beloved Bears into the future. This guy is Muad'Dib. He leads the way.

[@AlexSanchez-op8jb]

He better kill it Fantasy Football 🏈

[@andrewvasquez8541]

Never forget most bears fans wanted to keep Justin Fields after his 10-28 record (40 tds - 30 ints - 38 fumbles)

[@ShadySlim_boxing_show]

Bears are going Undefeated

[@Pittboss4127]

With his favorite QB's being Rodgers and Stafford. He is at least an NFL Central guy ;)

[@Woozee_williamz]

I was all in till the nails 💅🏾😭😭😭but long as we win paint up bro 😂😂😂😂😂

[@magsxoa4519]

You do know that A LOT of men get their nails done right?

[@Woozee_williamz]

@@magsxoa4519 my little brother dad does all good I jus came here for football

[@cal1535]

@@magsxoa4519yeah and ? Point still stands lol

[@jak225434]

I can't believe its even a conversation still.

[@Woozee_williamz]

He can paint his nails all he want jus I rather hear him talk about football n not about different colors n gems n stickers for nails IDC what that man do 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@deshawnthomas]

1:04 Harrison Bailey! That takes me back lmfao. Go Vols!😊

[@leeoneill9573]

Is that a man interviewing him?

[@eugenerussell9593]

I just don’t like all this talking but I love be built right. I would want to see this after a couple of games played. I just pray this kid is great…

[@vernellgarrett3485]

~ His resistance to mentioning Mahomes is in true "Kobe fashion", as Kobe refused to mention Jordan as an influence. I understand it, but it's definitely "gas-lighterish" . . .Pulling for Him though. ~

[@dnice33]

@@vernellgarrett3485 he definitely doesn’t like it

[@ttaylor758]

I see that now that Williams has left college, USC can actually beat really good teams

[@FreeFlippaGGG]

Patrick Bateman vibes this guys gonna tear the league up

[@TitanWEX]

So ready for Big Jeff Simmons to shut this hype down come Sunday….

[@gogriz2005]

The media training has paid off. They got him to mask the arrogance and play the role of a humble guy. I believe he is who he showed himself to be prior to getting told what to say and what not to say….

[@D3structive]

Yupp, the bears are doomed 🤣

[@louisstiles6861]

He's dreamy 😍

[@NeonKC]

Ur dream already came true you met him week 3 of preseason

[@marlytowers8660]

The media treated Caleb badly. He is not at all what they said about him. I think the Media purposely tried to tranish Caleb because they were hoping the Bears would not draft him. He will prove all his haters wrong. Thats my QB. Bear Down.

[@mattrock2794]

I’m surprised he is doing so many interviews. Not that it’s a bad thing. Just didn’t expect it.

[@kevinb6745]

He embraces & recognizes the importance of media presence to his brand. He’s building a brand for himself.

[@ramsqbu]

What Kobe documentary is he talking about ??

[@D.Walt3000]

Can't wait till I hear Aaron Rodgers say Caleb Williams is the greatest quarterback when someone says Tom Brady is.... Okay universe make it happen!

[@JasonLee-vp1kq]

He's the Anit-Rodgers. flipmode is the greatest!

[@11BB11.]

🐻⬇️ CHICAGO BEARS VS EVERYBODY

[@PettyKingJV111]

More I watch the more I like this kid