Caleb Williams desires to be great. After all, he’s been that at every level he’s played.

Williams was nicknamed Superman in high school. As a true freshman at the University of Oklahoma, he took the starting quarterback job away from highly touted Spencer Rattler. Williams then transferred to USC, won the Heisman Trophy and became the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Now entering his second NFL season, the Chicago Bears QB still is striving for greatness — and doesn’t care if he makes friends along the way.

Williams discussed the plethora of young NFL quarterbacks in a late February interview with Esquire. And while he respects their individual games, that doesn’t mean he wants to be friendly with them.

“I think the NFL game has become very friendly, and I don’t necessarily want to be friends, because I want to keep that competitive advantage.” Williams told Esquire.

Williams did mention two QBs he watched and wanted to emulate — Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady.

Williams was drawn to Rodgers’ unique style of play and spectacular throws. And while Bears fans might cringe when hearing Williams liked the former Green Bay Packers star (Rodgers is 24-5 as a starter against Chicago), it’s undeniable that he was an elite talent when in his prime.

We saw glimpses of Rodgers-type throws from Williams last season. 

Brady is known to most football fans as “The GOAT,” and with his seven Super Bowl rings, it’s tough to argue otherwise. Williams mentioned his appreciation for Brady and his “consistent excellence,” as he won his first Super Bowl at 24 years old — and his final one at 43.

Other than winning, Brady is best known for his intensity. So, if Williams were to model himself after Brady, then not being friends with other QBs fits.

Brady is retired now and — luckily for Williams — is close to the Bears QB. Brady recently FaceTimed Williams after pulling his autographed Topps card, making for a wholesome moment.

Williams’ rookie campaign was a roller-coaster from the start, but he flashed signs of promise along the way, with 20 touchdown passes and just six interceptions while starting all 17 games. The Bears hope Williams’ mindset results in a turnaround from the 5-12 season they just endured.