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The Chicago Bears offense is already giving the defense problems at training camp—and Caleb Williams may be taking another major step forward.

On today’s episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down all the biggest developments from Day 2 at Halas Hall, beginning with one of Caleb Williams’ strongest practices since arriving in Chicago. Williams reportedly played fast, spread the football around, completed well over 70% of his passes and consistently generated chunk plays while operating Ben Johnson’s offense with confidence.

The biggest play came when Williams connected with veteran receiver Kalif Raymond for a 54-yard touchdown during 11-on-11 work. Raymond was one of the clear winners of practice, showing off his speed, route running and growing chemistry with Chicago’s quarterbacks.

But Raymond was not the only weapon making noise. Rome Odunze continued to look explosive, Luther Burden III flashed as a route runner and after the catch, and Colston Loveland delivered one of the catches of the day on a diving reception. The Bears may have assembled one of the NFL’s deepest and most versatile collections of offensive weapons.

Haize also examines the other major training-camp developments:

🏈 Jaylon Jones and Cam Lewis receiving first-team nickel reps

🏈 Braxton Jones remaining ahead in the left-tackle competition

🏈 Jedrick Wills Jr. beginning to see opportunities with the starters

🏈 Montez Sweat making his return to practice

🏈 Kyle Monangai’s unexplained absence

🏈 Coby Bryant flashing his versatility on defense

The episode closes with listener voicemails about a potential Vita Vea trade, whether Braxton Jones is good enough to protect Caleb Wi

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