Caleb Williams Celebrates Madden 27 Cover at Chicago Event as Bears Coach Keeps Focus on 1 Goal
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Updated · The New York Times · Jun 6
Caleb Williams Celebrates Madden 27 Cover at Chicago Event as Bears Coach Keeps Focus on 1 Goal
3 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Jun 6
Summary
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams used EA Sports' Madden 27 Opening Drive event at Navy Pier to embrace his latest milestone, calling the cover spot "another stepping stone" in bigger ambitions.
The 24-year-old said the cover image — built around his playoff jump pass and the Chicago skyline — was meant to honor Michael Jordan while signaling the energy he wants to bring back to Chicago football.
Bears teammates praised the selection as a natural fit after Williams' breakout season, which included the franchise's first playoff win in 15 years.
Coach Ben Johnson offered "no reaction" to the Madden honor, instead stressing daily work on Williams' command of the offense, ball placement and shared vision with his play caller.
The appearance underscored Williams' growing celebrity beyond the field, but he said the spotlight is part of pursuing loftier goals and that he hopes to earn future covers by winning more.