Just a month into the offseason, the Chicago Bears have already taken big swings to address their weaknesses on the offensive and defensive lines. Before free agency even started, the Bears traded for former Pro Bowl guards Jonah Jackson and Joe Thuney to bolster an offensive line that allowed the most sacks and blocked for the NFL's 26th-ranked rushing attack by yards per carry in 2024.

Despite going 5-12 in his rookie year, Williams' play has drawn the attention of many around the league, including his new head coach Ben Johnson who faced him twice as a coach with the Detroit Lions. Johnson departed Detroit to become the Bears head coach this offseason, and he's not the only one who wanted to be with Williams this offseason.

Holding the No. 10 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, many expected the Chicago Bears to address either their offensive or defensive line in the first round.

The Bears are putting Williams in position to take the next step in his second year by upgrading the offensive line.