Caleb Williams led the Chicago Bears to the NFC divisional round of the NFL playoffs last season, succumbing only to Matthew Stafford’s Los Angeles Rams in overtime.
An 11-6 regular season record preceded that postseason run, as Williams threw for 3,942 yards and 27 passing touchdowns, with a completion rate of 58.1%.
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Notably, the 24-year-old was sacked just 24 times during the regular season; of the six quarterbacks who accumulated more passing yards than Williams, only Stafford took fewer sacks (23). In addition to benefiting from a solid offensive line, he leveraged agility and speed to escape oncoming defenders – rushing for 388 yards over 17 games.
Standing 6’1” tall and weighing 226lbs, maintaining a consistent diet throughout such an intense campaign is a must for Williams. A robust training regimen and strict food intake allowed the former USC Trojan to create memorable moments for Bears fans, such as his dramatic fade-away touchdown pass to Cole Kmet in that ill-fated matchup against the Rams.
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) throws a pass against the Los Angeles Rams.Matt Marton-Imagn Images
(Matt Marton-Imagn Images)
However, speaking on Maxx Crosby’s “The Rush” podcast, Williams confessed that he is significantly more lenient when it comes to training during the NFL offseason.
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“I give myself probably two months total from the whole offseason, to be able to just chill, relax. I do yoga, I’ll go and do small things, play other sports and things like that to stay active, stay moving.”
As for his offseason diet, Williams explained that he offers himself a limited window to indulge.
“I take probably two weeks of really unhealthy eating, where I just eat whatever I want. I do whatever.”
Prompted to describe his favorite cheat meal, the Bears man under center explained that he’s not particularly picky: “Oh man…whatever…I mean, fried donut, ice cream – I do it all.”
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Williams, who scored four touchdowns this past postseason, was quick to reaffirm that his standard health routine does not creep into the competitive season.
“So I take that little bit of time, but 10 months out of the year, I’m pretty regimented, you know. It’s meal prep, and chef and things like that. A bunch of vitamins, a bunch of hydration, you know, sleeping well. During the season especially.”
The Bears quarterback did not elaborate on specific dates as to when his 14-day indulgent period begins – but with several months before preseason begins, he has plenty of time to appease his sweet tooth.
Once training camp ramps into action this summer, head coach Ben Johnson will expect his No. 18 to be in prime physical condition ahead of what could be a successful 2026 NFL campaign at Soldier Field.
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This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Feb 18, 2026, where it first appeared in the NFL section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.