Caleb Williams' Contract Bonus Has Wild Reaction in Bears 'Hard Knocks' Preview Video

The Chicago Bears are hoping Caleb Williams can be their franchise quarterback after drafting him with the top pick in the 2024 NFL draft, and the USC standout certainly got paid like a franchise quarterback with his rookie deal.

In a preview for Hard Knocks that aired during Thursday night's Pro Football Hall of Fame game between the Bears and Houston Texans, Williams revealed his whopping $25.5 million signing bonus to his teammates, who had appropriate reactions.

Some of his teammates cheered and gave him props, while others just seemed to be in pure shock. The reactions were only fitting considering that figure is what some players make over their entire careers.

But if there were ever a player fitting for such a rookie signing bonus, it might be Williams.

The former Heisman Trophy winner comes into his rookie season after a decorated college career. Over the span of his final two collegiate seasons, Williams racked up 8,170 passing yards and 72 touchdowns while throwing just 10 interceptions.

While Williams' $39.5 million, fully guaranteed contract is significant, it could look like a bargain depending on how his rookie year goes. Williams has a loaded roster that features wide receivers Keenan Allen, DJ Moore and rookie Rome Odunze, so he's set up to succeed immediately.

Chicago still has about a month to go before Williams suits up for his first NFL game, but in the meantime, he'll look to gain his bearings in preseason.