• Caleb Williams has arrived: The Chicago Bears’ starting quarterback has improved his PFF overall grade in each of the past four weeks, culminating in a season-high 87.9 mark in Week 6.
• Brock Bowers is a force in the Raiders’ passing attack: Bowers led the shorthanded Raiders with nine catches totaling 71 receiving yards in Week 6. His 85.2 PFF overall grade currently leads all NFL tight ends.
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Caleb Williams shined, Jayden Daniels furthered his Rookie of the Year case and Drake Maye made his first NFL start.
As the first-rounders continue to progress, we will track their development, PFF grades and principal opponents.
Overall Rookie Grade: 63.1 (Rank: 2/3)
Principal Opponent: N/A
Week 6 Snaps: 63
Week 6 Grade: 87.9
Williams was in control as he marched to his best day of the season in a win over Jacksonville. He was fantastic when working within structure and posted an outstanding 87.2 PFF passing grade from a clean pocket. He also earned new career bests, with four passing touchdowns and an incredible 95.8% adjusted completion rate.
Williams is finding his rhythm as the Bears have turned to a more balanced approach on offense.
• Commanders, Ravens remain NFL's most potent offenses: Washington dropped its Week 10 contest, while Baltimore eked out a 35-34 win. •
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