PTI What are Reasonable Goals for the Bears?
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Jul 23, 2025 Tony Kornheiser and Pablo Torre dive into the Chicago Bears' ambitious goals for quarterback Caleb Williams, questioning the realism of a 70% completion rate and 4,000 passing yards. They explore the dynamics of college football, touching on financial disparities and the competitive landscapes of the Big Ten and SEC. The conversation shifts to Rafael Devers’ struggles in his career and Venus Williams' inspiring resilience at 45. They also celebrate the rarity of no-hitters in baseball while discussing player dynamics and hot takes across various sports.
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Bears' Passing Goals Are Reasonable
- The Chicago Bears setting a 4,000-yard passing season and 70% completion rate is reasonable but historically unprecedented for them.
- This highlights the tragic comedy of Bears quarterbacks having low performance bar historically.
Context Makes Goals Challenging
- Achieving 4,000 passing yards and 70% completions is harder for Williams given Bears' losing record and lack of passing culture.
- Ben Johnson’s optimism partly comes from his success with Jared Goff and utilizing tight ends effectively.
Money Changes College Locker Rooms
- College football's new money landscape challenges traditional locker room management, demanding smooth handling of player payments.
- Coaches like Mike Locksley face existential dilemmas as locker room dynamics evolve due to compensation disparities.