The NFL world had harsh things to say about Caleb Williams following USC’s four-touchdown loss to Notre Dame Saturday night. USC quarterback Caleb Williams, considered by pretty much every draft analyst to be the top prospect in the 2024 NFL Draft, had the worst performance of his college career in the loss.
William’s three first-half interceptions put the Trojans behind 24-6 at the half. Williams didn’t throw any more interceptions in the second half, but the halftime deficit was too high for USC to overcome. He finished 23/37 for 199 yards and added a touchdown pass on the night.
USC’s offense looked out of sync all night, as the offense lost two fumbles, one of which was returned for a Notre Dame touchdown. It wasn’t the performance by Williams and the offense many football fans saw coming, as issues with USC’s play early in the season came on the defensive side of the ball.
But Williams and the offense cost the team a chance to keep an undefeated season. The USC defense held Notre Dame to just 251 yards of total offense Saturday night.
NFL world critical of Caleb Williams’ play against Notre Dame
Notre Dame’s defense was the first real test for Williams this season. It was a chance for the future NFL quarterback to show his skills against players he will see at the next level.
And he didn’t look good.
Fans took to social media to criticize Williams’ play. Here are the best takes on X of Williams struggling against Notre Dame.
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