SUMMARY
- Caleb Williams will be drafted in the NFL.
- Before appearing for the draft, players must undergo a medical test.
The prolific young talent of the United States, Caleb Williams, showed an unexpected gesture that shocked the fans all around, and everyone wanted to know why he did so. A medical exam is the most essential part of any sport. Players must undergo medical exams before joining any franchise or appearing in the draft.
Before appearing for the NFL draft, Williams was invited to take the medical exams at the combine as per the rules. Unexpectedly, the player refused medical exams but attended the NFL Combine without taking the test. Reports from CBS Sports claim that the player is the first to do so. By accepting the invitation, the quarterback didn’t sign off on having a medical record, which will be shared among the franchises.
BREAKING: USC QB Caleb Williams has DECLINED to medical examinations with teams at the Combine and did not sign off on having his medical records shared
with all teams.Williams is believed to be the first combine invitee ever to decline an examination, per CBS. pic.twitter.com/ipHqfxNBYJ
— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) March 1, 2024
The first report suggested by ESPN showed that the 22-year-old didn’t look to perform the medical test at the combine. However, reports indicate that the star was planning to give the medical exam with the teams he meets individually during the pre-draft procedure. The actual reason why the player did so is only known to him.
How do fans react to Caleb Williams’s declined medical examination at the combine?
Caleb Williams probably denied the most undeniable thing in sports. Despite being essential, Williams strictly denied performing the medical tests at the combine. When the news went viral, fans on social media wondered and asked why.
Therefore, they shared their comments on social media, as one person wrote on X, “Why is bro doing this.” Another user comments, “This dude just keeps hurting his draft stock.” Another wrote, “It’s a bad loo. say what you want, but it’s a realllllyyyy bad look.”
A user commented, “Williams is to be the first combined invitee ever to decline an examination.” Another user wrote, “This makes me want him to fail. He’s a diva.” Williams Denning’s medical exam just went above the heads of fans, netizens, and experts.
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Which teams contacted Caleb Williams before the draft?
Williams is pretending to be the next big thing in football. Through his outstanding skills and excellent play, he has already made a mark in college football and aims to continue his legacy in the NFL. The 22-year-old won significant trophies at college-level football, including the prestigious Heisman Trophy in 2022.
The quarterback scheduled a meet with eight heavyweights in the league, including the Chicago Bears, Washington Commanders, Las Vegas Raiders, Minnesota Vikings, Atlanta Falcons, New England Patriots, New York Jets, and New York Giants.
When Williams was questioned about his move to the Bears on February 27, 2024, during an interview with the ESPN network, he replied, “If I get drafted by the Bears, I’ll be excited. If they trade the pick, and I get drafted by someone else, I’m just as excited.”
Williams added, “Speaking about Chicago, they have a talented team, a talented offense, and a talented defense. For anyone to be in that situation, I think they’d be excited.” A source reported that the player is supposed to meet the Bears on March 1. However, it is still to be seen which team will choose him.