Johnson has maintained optimism about where Williams is headed without sugarcoating feedback about his struggles. That, along with several other changes, is going to make him a lot better in the long run.

Although the Bears brought in a young tight end in rookie Colston Loveland with the 10th overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft, Kmet is still expected to have an impactful role in the offense. Now, all he has to do now is get familiar with the new scheme.

Williams said he and his offensive teammates are trying to get to the point where they're not thinking so much pre-snap, as they work to learn Johnson's offense and its extensive terminology.