Caleb Williams Breaks All-Time NFL Record for Fewest Interceptions Through 1,000 Attempts
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams made NFL history on Sunday, December 14, 2025, during the team’s challenging Week 15 matchup against the Cleveland Browns, setting a new record for the fewest interceptions thrown through a player’s first 1,000 career passing attempts.
The record-breaking throw came in the first half of the game, played on a frigid Soldier Field. Williams completed a touchdown pass to veteran wide receiver DJ Moore, which officially registered as the 1,000th passing attempt of his young career. Following the completion, the FOX broadcast announced that the second-year quarterback had recorded only 12 interceptions through that 1,000-attempt milestone, eclipsing the previous all-time NFL record for ball security and efficiency.
The accomplishment is a significant marker for the number one overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft, who has guided the Bears offense into the league’s top ten in scoring this season. While Williams’ accuracy has been a point of critique in some quarters during his early career, this record emphatically demonstrates his commitment to protecting the football and avoiding costly turnovers. His ability to take care of the ball has been a major factor in the Bears’ success in the 2025 season. The performance against the Browns came under difficult conditions, with temperatures dipping near 8° Fahrenheit, adding further weight to his efficient play against a top-tier Cleveland defense led by star pass rusher Myles Garrett. Williams’ focus on maximizing efficiency and minimizing mistakes is viewed by the team’s coaching staff as a key indicator that the quarterback is evolving into the franchise centerpiece the organization expected.
