The Chicago Bears made a big move by firing offensive coordinator Shane Waldron as the team's offense continues to struggle this season.
And a new report says Waldron isn't the only problem the Bears have in the locker room.
Tom Waddle, a former Bears receiver and current ESPN Chicago radio host, wrote on X Tuesday that Bears players are not alone in calling for Waldron to be relieved of his duties. They wanted Williams, the team's No. 1 overall pick, on the bench.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams sits on the bench during the final minutes of the game. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Hua)
“After speaking with several people familiar with the situation, the players went to Matt Eberflus and Ryan Pauls and asked for a change in offensive coordinator.” Waddle wrote to X. “There were some veteran players who wanted (Tyson) Bageant to start.”
Bagent was solid last season as an undrafted rookie, appearing in five games due to an injury to Justin Fields. He went 2-2 as a starter, throwing for three touchdowns, six interceptions, and 859 yards on a 65.7 percent completion rate.
Bagent also scored two rushing touchdowns and ran for 109 yards on 23 attempts.
Bears fire Shane Waldron, offensive line continues to struggle 'That's in the best interest of our team'
Last week, Williams was taken down nine times in the pocket and showed accuracy issues when actually getting the ball. The Bears lost to the lowly New England Patriots, whose offense is quarterbacked by rookie Drake Maye.
However, Bears head coach Matt Eberflus said that despite Waldron's firing, Williams will remain the team's starter. With Waldron gone, Thomas Brown, the team's passing game coordinator, was named offensive coordinator.
“There's definitely a lot to learn from this game for me personally, just talking about the situation,” Williams said Sunday after the loss. new york post.
Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent (17) during a game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. (Mark J. Revillas/Imagn Images)
“Obviously in every game there are some passes that I wish I could have taken back. But situationally, I think this game was a great learning experience for me. I think in some situations I could have done better. It should have been.”
Williams' rookie season didn't get off to a great start, but he appeared to be on track after the team won three straight games, including a four-touchdown performance against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London. .
But during this losing streak that dropped the Bears to 4-5, Williams hasn't found the end zone through the air the last three weeks. In fact, the Bears offense hasn't scored a touchdown in recent weeks.
The Bears are still in the NFC North gauntlet for the next three games. Williams will face the Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions in that order.
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams reacts against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. (Mark J. Revillas/Imagn Images)
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Williams threw for 1,785 yards, nine touchdowns, and five interceptions this season for a 60.5 percent completion rate.
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