On Monday, September 2, the Chicago Bears made a significant announcement involving eight of their players, just days before their regular season opener against the Tennessee Titans on September 8. The Bears revealed their 2024 team captains, with the spotlight shining on rookie quarterback Caleb Williams, the NFL’s No. 1 overall draft pick. Williams, who is only 22 years old, has already earned the prestigious role of captain, a decision that has generated considerable buzz among fans.
Joining Williams as team captains are wide receiver DJ Moore, cornerback Jaylon Johnson, safety Kevin Byard, linebackers Tremaine Edmunds and T.J. Edwards, tight end Cole Kmet, and veteran tight end Marcedes Lewis. Lewis, entering his 19th NFL season, brings a wealth of experience to the leadership group. The announcement was met with a mix of excitement and debate across social media, as fans shared their reactions to the selection of captains.
Many fans were thrilled to see Williams, a rookie, recognized with such an honor, viewing it as a testament to his leadership potential and the confidence the coaching staff has in him. However, not all fans were in agreement. Some expressed concern that the team had chosen too many captains, with one fan commenting, “Too many captains. Caleb hasn’t earned it yet.” Another fan pointed out, “15% of the team is a captain,” questioning the rationale behind having so many leaders. Additionally, some fans were surprised that defensive end Montez Sweat was not included among the captains, with one questioning, “How is Montez Sweat not a captain?”
Williams’ preseason performance included playing in two of Chicago‘s four games, where he totaled 170 passing yards on 10-of-20 completions, along with two carries for 20 yards and his first career rushing touchdown.
