PFF highlights Caleb Williams for ball security in 2026 NFL campaign

Williams threw 27 touchdowns and 7 interceptions in 2025.

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Caleb Williams, protector of the football https://t.co/osM6oknZqM Via @PFF on X

What happened: PFF credited Caleb Williams as a protector of the football on Friday during Week 7 of the 2026 NFL regular season. The third-year quarterback entered the league out of USC as the first overall selection in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Why it matters: Limiting giveaways has anchored Williams' efficiency since he opened the 2026 season with four total touchdowns on Sept. 13. Across 17 appearances in 2025, he completed 330 of 568 pass attempts for 3,942 yards while holding his interception count to seven.

By the numbers: Williams opened the 2026 regular season with four total touchdowns on Sept. 13 before recording an interception on Sept. 20.

What to watch: Williams continues his 2026 regular-season campaign as Week 7 action progresses.

Sources

@PFF 2026-10-23T13:26:55.876995+00:00

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