In his first meeting with reporters this year, Caleb Williams immediately addressed “what everybody would love to ask about.”

Earlier this month, it was revealed Williams had preferred going to Minnesota and even tried to avoid getting drafted by the Chicago Bears, who eventually selected him No. 1 overall.

Williams admitted the story had become a “distraction” and felt it was important to talk about the circumstances.

The second-year quarterback didn’t exactly deny what was said in the book, “but something that keeps getting lost and not being addressed is the fact that” he “wanted to come” to Chicago after visiting with them, which he did after his meeting with the Vikings.

Williams said his “thoughts” about the Bears were “fair,” considering “there hasn’t been a 4,000-yard passer.” Williams’ 4,030 total yards were the most by a Bears quarterback ever.

“But I came here on a visit, and it’s a challenge to be able to try to turn around. And that was the main goal of all of that. Through all of what happened last year and in previous years, I think that was enticing,” Williams added.

“That was something that was glaring to me. I wanted to come here and be the guy and be a part and be a reason why the Chicago Bears turn this thing around. That last thing that was said in all of that, I think, is the most important thing is that I wanted to be here. I love being here.”

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams sits on the bench in the closing minutes of a game.  (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

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Williams even name-dropped Matt Eberflus and Shane Waldron, the since-fired head coach and offensive coordinator, as those he was thankful for.

Former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson became the Bears’ new head coach this offseason. It was a move Williams was “extremely excited” about, to the point he even thanked Bears brass in a phone call.

“Then once I got off the phone, I was driving on the highway, and I don’t know if it was safe or not, but I gave a loud yell and scream of just excitement,” Williams said at the time of the hiring. 

“It brings a bunch of clarity to the offseason. It brings a bunch of different things to the offseason. I’m really excited about the Bears and being able to make this happen. And keep Ben Johnson as our coach for a long time.”

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams calls a play at the line of scrimmage during the first half of a game against the Tennessee Titans Sept. 8, 2024, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Williams got some additional help in the NFL Draft when Chicago drafted Michigan tight end Colston Loveland with the 10th overall pick.

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As the Rams went through organized-team activities on Wednesday, the players on the field were not the most compelling storyline.

The distinction belongs to a certain NFL star player who potentially could be on the roster by training camp.

Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey, who helped the Rams win Super Bowl LVI, remains in play as a possible addition to a Rams team regarded as a Super Bowl contender, coach Sean McVay acknowledged after practice.

The Dolphins have made it known that they were open to trading Ramsey, who signed an extension in 2024 and is due to earn $24.2 million this season, according to Overthecap.com.

“We certainly haven’t closed the door on that,” McVay said when asked about Ramsey. “But there hasn’t been a whole lot of dialogue as of late…. We’ll see if that changes, but these things can happen quickly.”

The Dolphins were not expected to trade Ramsey until after June 1 — which falls on Sunday — when their cap hit would decrease from $25.2 million to $6.7 million, according to Overthecap.com.

McVay reiterated that there remains “a lot of layers” that would have to be worked out in terms of compensation the Dolphins might be seeking and how they would handle money due to Ramsey.

Ramsey, 30, intercepted two passes last season, increasing his career total to 24. The three-time All-Pro, however, affects the game beyond his statistics.

“Obviously, we love Jalen,” McVay said. “We know him intimately. There would be some things that we would need to be able to do if that was the direction we went.”

With an offense led by quarterback Matthew Stafford, receivers Puka Nacua and Davante Adams and running back Kyren Williams, and a defense anchored by lineman Kobie Turner and edge rusher Jared Verse, the Rams are expected to make another deep playoff run.

But the Rams did nothing in free agency or the draft to upgrade the secondary.

Veterans Darious Williams and Ahkello Witherspoon return as the starting cornerbacks, with Cobie Durant, Emmanuel Forbes Jr., Derion Kendrick and Charles Wallace competing for playing time.

Quentin Lake, Kam Curl, Jaylen McCollough and Kam Kinchens are returning safeties.

“I feel good about where we’re at,” McVay said.

Darious Williams is confident in the group as well.

“I love that,” he said of the Rams not making changes. “I feel like everybody in the building kind of knows what they have, and I think they’re dead right on it. … They’ve got the right guys in the room that are going to hold it down.”

But Darious Williams also recounted how Ramsey brought out the best in him when they played opposite each other in 2021, when the Rams won the Super Bowl.

“I knew absolutely, when he was on the other side, you know, I better lock up because it’s not going to be a lot of times that people are going to want to try him,” Williams said. “That was a big thing for me, and I took it as a challenge and I took it as something I loved.

“Whatever is best for this organization is what’s going to happen.”

Etc.

Rookie tight end Terrance Ferguson, a second-round draft pick, said his experience so far exceeded his expectations. “Everyone’s poured into me, so it’s been an amazing experience,” he said. … Nacua was absent because he was returning from a family trip that was planned months ago, McVay said. … Stafford connected with Adams on several plays. “It’s fun just trying to communicate as much as I can with him,” Stafford said, adding, “It’s fun to work with guys that understand the game and still have a lot left in the tank.” Stafford also connected with Tutu Atwell for a long touchdown. … Running back Kyren Williams, who is entering the final year of his rookie contract, is participating in workouts while the Rams and his agent attempt to work out a new deal. “Kyren has been the same stud that we know,” McVay said. “Great demeanor, great willingness to come out here to work to be able to get better. … We’ll see where this goes. But I think it’s been really healthy and positive progress for sure.” … Lakers coach JJ Redick attended practice.

The Indiana Pacers are one win away from heading to the NBA Finals.

The Pacers took Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals, 130-131, over the New York Knicks to take a commanding 3-1 series lead.

The Knicks trailed by as many as 10 in the second quarter, as the Pacers could not miss throughout the first half. New York was able to come back, though, and lead, 64-63 with just over a minute to go, but Indiana ended the first half on a 6-0 run.

That run continued into the second half, as the Pacers went up a dozen points less than three minutes into the third quarter. But the Knicks kept within striking distance – after all, they did come back from 20 points down for a third time in these playoffs just two days ago.

But just like they did in the first and second quarters, the Pacers ended the third on a 12-5 run (the first was a 9-4 stretch). And this, too, extended into the fourth. With a 9-5 run to start the final frame, Indiana got out to a 15-point lead, their largest of the night.

Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin (1) dunks during the first quarter against the New York Knicks of game four of the eastern conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. (Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images)

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But the Knicks, again, weren’t dead – they went on a 10-2 run to cut their deficit to six with just under five minutes to go. But they could not find the magic this time around, and former Knick Obi Toppin hit the dagger with a three-pointer to put Indiana up 10 with just over 45 seconds to go.

Tyrese Haliburton went off for a triple-double, scoring 32 points, handing out 15 assists, and grabbing a dozen rebounds – all without committing a single turnover. Pascal Siakam added 30 points, while Benedict Mathurin had 20 off the bench.

Jalen Brunson (31), Karl-Anthony Towns (24), and OG Anunoby (22) combined for 77 of the Knicks’ 121 points. The Knicks also lost the turnover battle, 17-11.

The bad news is the Knicks will now have to win three games in a row in order to keep their season alive. The good news, though, is that quest will begin on their own home court on Thursday night. However, it was two losses at Madison Square Garden to open up this series that have put them in this position in the first place.

Team T-shirts are seen on seats prior to game four of the eastern conference finals between the Indiana Pacers and the New York Knicks for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.  (Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images)

Game 5 is in New York on Thursday night.