Is Caleb Williams Already Better Than Jordan Love?

The Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers rivalry game is scheduled for December 7th, 149 days from the article's publication date.

The article focuses on the emerging debate comparing quarterbacks Caleb Williams (Bears) and Jordan Love (Packers), sparked by FS1 analyst Danny Parkins declaring Williams is already better. Parkins bases this on Williams throwing only 6 interceptions in his rookie season (17 games) compared to Love throwing 11 interceptions in each of his two full seasons.

While acknowledging Williams had an uneven rookie year (3,541 yards, 20 TDs, 6 INTs), the author views these stats as a solid foundation, especially considering the surrounding circumstances. The author finds Parkins' declaration bold but notes a concerning increase in Love's interception rate from 1.9% in 2023 to 2.6% in 2024, contrasting it with Williams' 1.1% rate as a rookie.

The author speculates that Williams might throw more interceptions in 2025 under a new offense expected to encourage more risk-taking compared to the previous conservative approach. They argue that an increase in interceptions wouldn't necessarily be bad if accompanied by improvements in yards, touchdowns, completion percentage, and wins.

The article mentions Williams' offseason rankings (29th out of 59 starters by one outlet, 24th out of 32 projected starters by PFF) as potential motivation, falling short of expectations for the top draft pick.

Finally, the author expresses eagerness for the Bears-Packers rivalry centered on this quarterback matchup, highlighting Chicago's historical quarterback struggles against Green Bay. They hope Williams beating the Packers at Lambeau Field in the season finale will be his first step towards becoming the division's top quarterback.