Dan Bernstein Unfiltered

Caleb Williams returns from injury / Chicago Bears WIN

Dan Bernstein Unfiltered

Show Notes

Dan Bernstein makes it clear: Caleb Williams returned from injury and played at a high level for one simple reason; he's the Bears' best quarterback.

0:00 Caleb Williams didn't learn anything while injured - he's better than everyone else 27:00 Next man up for the Bears 37:00 Another high school football game with issues 42:00 Bears fans traveled well 45:00 Dan's new dinner plate

Dan pushes back on the idea that time on the sideline served as some valuable learning experience. Caleb didn't become a better player by watching Case Keenum or Tyson Bagent. He's QB1 because he's the most talented quarterback on the roster, and Sunday's performance was a reminder of exactly that.

Dan also highlights the impact of Kyler Gordon, who returned in a limited role but still managed to make the biggest difference on the defensive side of the ball. Plus, Bears fans showed up in force in Atlanta, creating a strong road presence for a team coming off a much-needed win.

Later, Dan discusses the latest controversy surrounding the high school football matchup between Evanston and New Trier, shares an unexpected story about having to buy a new dinner plate, and more.

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