Expect more play action for Caleb Williams in 2025 from Ben Johnson
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Ben Johnson is set to maximize Caleb Williams’ potential by incorporating more play action into the Chicago Bears’ offense in 2025. Johnson’s offensive schemes have thrived on deception, and with Williams’ mobility and arm talent, the duo could create one of the most dynamic attacks in the NFL. This video breaks down how play action can unlock Williams’ strengths, keep defenses guessing, and take the Bears’ offense to the next level. Get ready for a thrilling new era in Chicago!
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https://youtu.be/T47-CgTwGu8
Ben Johnson is set to maximize Caleb Williams’ potential by incorporating more play action into the Chicago Bears’ offense in 2025. Johnson’s offensive schemes have thrived on deception, and with Williams’ mobility and arm talent, the duo could create one of the most dynamic attacks in the NFL. This video breaks down how play action can unlock Williams’ strengths, keep defenses guessing, and take the Bears’ offense to the next level. Get ready for a thrilling new era in Chicago!
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#CalebWilliams #BenJohnson #ChicagoBears #NFL2025 #BearsOffense #PlayAction #NFLQBs #BearsFans #BearsNation #FootballBreakdown #BearsUpdates #NFLRumors #FutureOfFootball #SportsAnalysis #ChicagoFootball #OffensiveStrategy #DynamicQB #TeamRebuild #BreakingNews #NFLAnalysis
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**Fair Use Disclaimer**
This video contains copyrighted material used under the fair use provisions of Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act. It is for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, and research. No copyright infringement is intended.
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00:00The Chicago Bears are about to unleash a new-look offense in 2025, and at the center of it all,
00:06Caleb Williams, the number one overall pick from USC, is stepping into a system
00:11tailor-made to maximize his skills. And the architect of this offense, Ben Johnson,
00:16is bringing a serious play-action game to Chicago.
00:20Play-action passing is one of the best cheat codes in the NFL, and guess what?
00:25It works whether you have an elite running game or not. People still believe you need
00:29to pound the rock effectively for play-action to work, but the numbers say otherwise.
00:34Play-action isn't about scaring defenses with a dominant rushing attack.
00:38It's about deception, misdirection, and catching defenders off guard.
00:42And in Ben Johnson's system, play-action is the engine that makes everything go.
00:47When Johnson was the offensive coordinator in Detroit,
00:49he turned Jarrett Goff into a top-tier quarterback in the league.
00:52Goff led the NFL in play-action attempts in 2023 and 2024, and the results were undeniable.
00:59His yards-per-attempt skyrocketed, his efficiency improved, and the Lions'
01:04offense was one of the most explosive in the league.
01:06Now, imagine what Johnson can do with a dynamic talent like Caleb Williams.
01:13Williams is a completely different kind of quarterback than Goff.
01:16He's not just a pocket passer, he's a playmaker. He can extend plays,
01:20throw on the run, and make off-palter throws that most quarterbacks in the league can only dream of.
01:26That makes him a perfect fit for Johnson's offense, which thrives on moving the pocket,
01:31creating throwing lanes, and confusing defenses with play-action concepts.
01:37Let's break it down. What makes play-action so deadly?
01:40First, it freezes linebackers. Defenders have to respect the run,
01:45even if your team isn't running the ball well.
01:47The moment they take that one false step forward, passing lanes open up behind them.
01:51That's where Caleb Williams can go to work.
01:53He has the arm strength and accuracy to hit deep shots over the middle,
01:57sideline throws, and even scramble if the play breaks down.
02:02And here's the kicker. Last season, even in an inconsistent offensive system,
02:06Caleb Williams saw a massive 27% boost in yards per attempt when using play-action.
02:13That's with an offensive line that struggled,
02:15and a running game that wasn't exactly lighting up the league.
02:19Imagine what happens when Johnson implements his scheme, tightens up protection,
02:24and gives Williams more designed rollouts and bootlegs.
02:28Defenses are going to be in serious trouble.
02:30Look at what Johnson did in Detroit. He tailored the offense around golf's strengths,
02:36maximizing his efficiency and putting him in a position to succeed.
02:39But now, he has a quarterback who isn't just a good decision-maker,
02:43but a playmaker who can turn nothing into something.
02:46That's the difference between a system quarterback and a franchise-changing talent.
02:50And let's be honest, Caleb Williams is a franchise-changing talent.
02:56So what can we expect from the Bears offense in 2025?
03:00More play-action, more movement, more explosive plays.
03:04With DJ Moore stretching the field, Cole Komet working the seams,
03:07and a potential new WR addition from free agency or the draft,
03:11Williams is going to have plenty of weapons at his disposal.
03:14And with Johnson designing the scheme,
03:16we're going to see an offense that keeps defenses guessing
03:19and creates high-percentage throws for Williams.
03:23The best part? Play-action makes life easier for the offensive line.
03:26Instead of straight dropbacks where defensive linemen can pin their ears back and rush,
03:31play-action slows them down.
03:33It forces them to hesitate, giving Williams that extra half-second to make the right read.
03:38That's a game-changer, especially for a young quarterback adjusting to the NFL speed.
03:43Of course, it's not all sunshine and rainbows.
03:46The Bears still need to shore up their offensive line.
03:48They need a true WR2 to complement DJ Moore.
03:52And they need to develop chemistry between Williams and his playmakers.
03:56But the foundation is there.
03:58The philosophy is sound.
04:00And if history tells us anything,
04:02Ben Johnson knows exactly how to craft an elite offense.
04:07Let's dive even deeper into the numbers.
04:09Play-action passing is not just about creating explosive plays.
04:14It's also about efficiency.
04:15According to Analytics, quarterbacks across the league see an average increase of 15-20%
04:22in yards per attempt when using play-action.
04:24That's a huge jump, especially for a young quarterback still learning to read NFL defenses.
04:30Williams already showed an impressive ability to process information quickly in college.
04:35And in a well-designed play-action system,
04:37his decision-making will only get faster and more precise.
04:42Another key element is how play-action passing helps neutralize aggressive defenses.
04:47Defensive coordinators love to send pressure, especially against young quarterbacks.
04:51But play-action slows that down.
04:53When linebackers and safeties bite on a fake handoff,
04:55they lose precious time to react.
04:57And that split-second delay gives Williams a cleaner pocket to operate.
05:02This will be crucial, especially against elite pass-rushing teams
05:06like the Packers and Bucks.
05:08Who the Bears will face twice a year.
05:11And let's not forget about how this benefits the running game itself.
05:14While the success of play-action doesn't necessarily depend on a dominant rushing attack,
05:19the opposite is true.
05:20A good play-action scheme helps open up the ground game.
05:23By keeping defenders off-balance, running backs get better rushing lanes and fewer stacked boxes.
05:29This means the Bears' backs, whether it's Khalil Herbert, Roshan Johnson, or a new addition,
05:34will have more room to operate and make plays.
05:37Balance is key, and Johnson's system thrives on keeping defenses guessing.
05:42Now, how does this compare to other great play-action offenses?
05:46Look at what Kyle Shanahan has done in San Francisco.
05:49His offenses have consistently ranked among the league's best in play-action efficiency,
05:54and it's a major reason why the 49ers have been a perennial contender.
05:58The same goes for Sean McVay's Rams and Kevin O'Connell's Vikings.
06:03Ben Johnson studied these systems,
06:05incorporated elements into his own philosophy, and now brings that knowledge to the Bears.
06:10This isn't just guesswork.
06:12There's a proven track record of success with this approach.
06:16The final piece of the puzzle is Williams' ability to throw on the move.
06:20Unlike traditional pocket passers, he thrives when rolling out and improvising.
06:24Johnson will design plays that take advantage of this,
06:27whether it's bootlegs, designed rollouts, or even RPOs, run-pass options,
06:33that give Williams the freedom to make quick reads.
06:36Expect to see more of these concepts in 2025,
06:40making the Bears' offense more dynamic and unpredictable.
06:44So, to sum it all up, more play-action, more efficiency, more explosive plays,
06:51a system tailored to Caleb Williams' strengths,
06:54the pieces are coming together, and Bears fans should be excited.
06:58The future of the franchise is in good hands,
07:00and 2025 could be the year the Bears finally put together an elite offense.
07:06Bear down!