NFL offseason power rankings: No. 15 Chicago Bears hire Ben Johnson to change their history

The news piece discusses the Chicago Bears' longstanding struggles at the quarterback position and the situation surrounding Caleb Williams. It begins by referencing Carl Williams' controversial statement that "Chicago is the place quarterbacks go to die," highlighting the franchise's history of failing to develop successful passers, with no All-Pro QB since 1950.

Caleb Williams' rookie season in 2023 was hampered by a poor offensive line and coaching, reinforcing concerns. However, the Bears responded by making significant organizational changes. They hired highly-regarded offensive coordinator Ben Johnson from the Detroit Lions, revamped the offensive line, and drafted tight end Colston Loveland and receiver Luther Burden III to build a stronger supporting cast around Williams.

The article emphasizes that despite being an original NFL franchise, the Bears are the only team never to have a 4,000-yard passer or a 30-touchdown season. Their quarterback history since 1963 includes only two Pro Bowl appearances (Jim McMahon in 1985 and Mitchell Trubisky as a replacement in 2018), and they've won only six playoff games since their 1985 Super Bowl victory, underscoring the franchise's dysfunction.

While Williams showed flashes of potential as a rookie, such as nearly leading a comeback in Detroit, he also struggled, holding the ball too long and leading the NFL with 68 sacks taken. His solid but unspectacular rookie year (3,541 passing yards) was further overshadowed by the immediate success of the draft's number two pick, Jayden Daniels.

The piece concludes by questioning whether the combination of coach Ben Johnson, an improved offensive line, talented pass catchers, and Williams himself can finally break the Bears' quarterback curse and achieve that elusive 4,000-yard passing season, suggesting the franchise might be doomed at the position if they cannot succeed with this setup.