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“Please Respectfully STFU”: Ex-NFL QB Fires Back at Critics Calling Caleb Williams “Soft”

Caleb Williams had already been trolled by the Chicago Bears fans for painting his nails in a ‘masculine sport.’ While he said that it’s just a way of expressing himself, the quarterback is now being called “soft,” questioning his toughness…

Published: Tuesday, 22 September 2026 at 12:21 AM
“Please Respectfully STFU”: Ex-NFL QB Fires Back at Critics Calling Caleb Williams “Soft”
Key Things to Know
  • Former NFL quarterback Ben DiNucci defended Caleb Williams against critics calling him soft.
  • Bears quarterback Caleb Williams suffered an apparent right hamstring injury against the Vikings on September 21, 2026.
  • Williams was carted to the locker room after showing visible pain and emotion on the field.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former NFL quarterback Ben DiNucci has defended Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams against critics who labeled him "soft" following an emotional reaction to an injury. Williams suffered an apparent right hamstring injury during a game against the Minnesota Vikings on September 21, 2026. He was carted off the field in visible pain and appeared tearful with a towel over his head.

Critics, including Barstool Sports' Dave Portnoy and former NFL linebacker Will Compton, questioned Williams' emotional response to the injury. However, DiNucci and physical therapist Jeff Mueller defended the quarterback, explaining that raw emotion often stems from frustration, fear, and the intense physical preparation athletes undergo.

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