Bears' Caleb Williams shows why he was No. 1 pick in miraculous win vs. Bengals

The Bengals failed to score on the next drive, securing a 47-42 win for the Bears. Chicago is now 5-3 heading into its Week 10 matchup against the New York Giants (2-7). More importantly, it knows it can continue to count on its clutch QB.

Bears QB Caleb Williams was at his best when trailing

Against the Bengals, Williams finished with 333 yards (280 passing, 53 rushing) and tossed three touchdown passes. Per Pro Football Focus, 301 yards and all of his TD passes came when the Bears were trailing. He also posted a stellar 124 passer rating.

Was Williams perfect on Sunday? No. He still missed some throws, completing 20-of-34 passes (58.8%). Accuracy has been a problem for the QB. Entering Sunday, he ranked 25th out of 34 eligible passers in completion percentage (61.9%). 

The accuracy should come with time. What can't be taught is the clutch gene, and Williams has proved he has it throughout his football career. Remember, he helped Oklahoma erase a 38-21 halftime deficit against rival Texas during his freshman season in 2021.

Williams, who turns 24 on Nov. 18, will continue to have trials throughout his first season under rookie head coach Ben Johnson. But his composure is why the Bears should stick with their QB of the future. They don't want to miss out on more marvelous wins.