Drafted by Bears 25 years ago, another QB from L.A. shares advice for Caleb Williams


by Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times— Twenty-five years ago, UCLA quarterback Cade McNown was selected 12th overall by the Chicago Bears and spent the 1999 and 2000 seasons with them. He later was a backup with the Miami Dolphins and San Francisco 49ers. He spoke to Times NFL writer Sam Farmer about what he learned in Chicago. On Thursday, the Bears made USC quarterback Caleb Williams the No. 1 pick in this year’s draft. There are lots of opportunities and lots of challenges ahead for Caleb Williams. And even though it has been 25...

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