CALEB Williams has despatched a transparent message to Patrick Mahomes and the remainder of his rival NFL quarterbacks.

The Chicago Bears star had a strong first season within the league, which noticed many highs and lows alongside the best way.

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It got here after he was chosen because the primary choose within the 2024 NFL Draft, following a profitable school profession at USC.

It was apparent to see how aggressive Williams was on the sphere.

He usually confirmed his seen disappointment because the Bears struggled to a 5-12 document.

And the 23-year-old has made it clear he’s in no temper to make buddies within the NFL, claiming the league has turn into too good.

He did admit they had been “most likely nice guys” – however fears turning into buddies with them would take away a aggressive benefit.

“I believe the NFL recreation has turn into very pleasant,” he stated throughout an interview with Esquire this week.

“I don’t essentially need to be buddies, as a result of I need to preserve that aggressive benefit.”

There are lots of foes-turned-friends in NFL historical past, which has made for blockbuster viewing.

Tom Brady and Peyton Manning had been enemies on the sphere, earlier than turning into shut of their retirement.

Williams’ expertise was clear to see in his first yr within the NFL, with the Bears trying to enhance on their dropping document.

He was requested what his greatest second within the league was to this point, and turn into an instantaneous fan favourite along with his reply.

“Besting the Packers,” he replied, a 24-22 win over their bitter rivals within the remaining recreation of the marketing campaign.

Williams additionally opened up on the Bears’ plans beneath new head coach Ben Johnson.

He joined this offseason from the Detroit Lions, the place he was offensive coordinator.

The quarterback has admitted he desires to work on quite a lot of issues along with his new boss.

“Processing, after which taking extra checkdowns, after which footwork,” stated Williams.

“I believe these three are massive for my recreation that I will be engaged on.”

Williams accomplished 62.4 per cent of his passes in his rookie season.

He went on to cross for 3,541 yards and 20 touchdowns.

Sadly, he did throw six interceptions, which was low for a debut yr.

Williams additionally rushed for 489 yards on 81 makes an attempt.

In the meantime, Matt Eberflus was fired as head coach in the course of the season.