The Chicago Bears are about to put a bow on one of the best seasons in team history. They have clinched the NFC North for the first time since 2018, and they have a chance to lock up the No. 2 seed in the NFC with a win over the Detroit Lions. Ahead of the game, quarterback Caleb Williams paid homage to Ben Johnson in a very unique way.

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams wore Ben Johnson's high school jersey as his pregame fit for the Week 18 game vs. the Detroit Lions.

In case you had any doubts about how much Caleb Williams rides with first-year Bears head coach Ben Johnson, Sunday’s season finale should answer that question for you. The Bears’ starting quarterback rolled up to Soldier Field for the team’s Week 18 matchup with the Detroit Lions wearing a special jersey: Johnson’s old high school threads.

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams made his Week 18 arrival about more than football. As cameras followed players into the stadium ahead of Chicago’s matchup against the Detroit Lions, Williams immediately caught attention with a surprising wardrobe choice that carried a deeper meaning.

Pro Bowl running back Bijan Robinson toasted the playoff-bound Los Angeles Rams to the tune of 229 yards from scrimmage and two touchdowns, including a career-high 195 yards rushing and a rushing touchdown on 22 carries, in the Atlanta Falcons' 27-24 upset win on "Monday Night Football" last week.

Bears QB Caleb Williams paid respect to head coach Ben Johnson's high school playing career with his pregame outfit before the Lions matchup.

Does Ben Johnson deserve NFL Coach of the Year? Will Caleb Williams set a franchise passing record? Tribune reporters tackle this week’s pressing questions.

The Bears entered the game as the No. 2 seed in the NFC playoffs. They can stay there with a win against the Lions or an Eagles loss to the Commanders. If not, they’ll be the No. 3 seed. Either way, they’ll host a playoff game next week.