Caleb Williams is still learning and his center had an interesting way of helping the Chicago Bears rookie quarterback find his way.
As Williams was making pre-play adjustments against the Carolina Panthers, Coleman Shelton turned around and tried to correct Williams's adjustments by yelling, "We've got f---ing fire, man!" Williams responded, "I know, I know." The interaction could very clearly be heard on the broadcast.
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Fire usually refers to a zone blitz, with five defensive players rushing the passer. So it appears Coleman thinks Williams's pre-play adjustments aren't taking that into consideration.
Fox's Mark Sanchez even commented on the interaction.
There was some quality audio picked up before this play. pic.twitter.com/8jOjceii6W
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The result of the ensuing play was a four-yard completion to Rome Odunze, so it worked out.
The Bears are having a great opening half against the Panthers as they raced to a 28-7 lead late in the second quarter. Williams appears to be settling in, as he's 11-for-15 for 200 yards, with two touchdowns and no interceptions. He also has three rushes for 13 yards.
It seems he still has some work to do on his pre-snap adjustments though
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