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Bears Sign Caleb Williams’ USC Backup After 2026 NFL Draft

Bears Sign Caleb Williams’ USC Backup After 2026 NFL Draft

Summary

The Chicago Bears signed quarterback Miller Moss, who was the backup to Caleb Williams at USC, to add depth at that position. Moss, 24, played college football at USC and Louisville and is expected to be the Bears' third-string quarterback behind Tyson Bagent and Caleb Williams.

Key Facts

  • Miller Moss was Caleb Williams’ backup quarterback at USC in 2022 and 2023.
  • The Chicago Bears did not draft any quarterbacks in the 2026 NFL draft but signed Moss after the draft.
  • Moss played four seasons at USC (2021-2024) before transferring to Louisville in 2025.
  • At USC, Moss threw for 3,469 yards, 27 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions.
  • In 2024, Moss threw for 2,555 yards, 18 touchdowns, and nine interceptions at USC.
  • Moss led Louisville to a 9-4 record and a win in the Boca Raton Bowl in 2025.
  • At Louisville, he achieved career highs with 2,679 passing yards, 16 touchdowns, and seven interceptions.
  • Moss will likely be the Bears’ third-string quarterback behind Tyson Bagent and Caleb Williams, which may affect Bagent’s trade value.
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