Caleb Williams is embarking on a crucial rookie season, trying to lean on a veteran Chicago Bears team as he navigates the highs and lows that come with development in the NFL.

On Sunday, Williams was spectacular as the Bears looked to climb back above .500 against the Carolina Panthers. The rookie No. 1 pick completed 20-of-29 passes for 304 yards and two touchdowns (while also rushing for 34 yards) in a performance where he was more or less in rhythm for the entire afternoon in a dominant 36-10 win.

Of all the things to like about the Bears ’ 36-10 win against the Panthers — the rookie quarterback went 20-for-29 for 304 yards, two touchdowns and a 126.2 rating in the team’s biggest margin of victory since the penultimate game of 2021 season — nothing tops what he was able to do throwing beyond 20 yards.