Last offseason, Caleb pushed back on the idea that his father was heavily shaping the pre-draft process, saying, “No, I actually shut my dad down quite a bit.” He added that while Carl has ideas and is smart, he listens and talks with his son often. The quarterback stressed he’s fortunate to be in this position and to have a strong-minded father who remains involved. 💬
Caleb’s family influence extends to his personal style as well. His mom, Dayna Price, a nail technician, inspired him to paint his nails for gameday. It started about three years ago during his final year of high school, and Dayna has done his nails his whole life—Caleb says he just enjoys trying new things. 🎨
Despite questions about involvement, Caleb says his parents are his best friends. “My mom and my dad are my best friends,” he told reporters, noting that their conversations help him understand how their guidance translates to his life and career. He also emphasized that he’s a grown man who sometimes has to shut them out of certain decisions, especially in season, because of what’s best for him. 👨👩👦
Carl Williams has been outspoken about the NFL draft process, suggesting that the system often places top players on poor teams and that staying in school could be wiser in some situations. His comments appear to have backfired into success for Caleb, as the Bears secured the NFC’s No. 2 seed in just his second NFL season, illustrating that the family’s perspective has resonated in the pros. 🏆
