The trade table was where it all came apart. The Bears shipped out far more than they hauled back, and no amount of spin dresses up the bill. The process wobbled, and the D is where it lands.

Whatever Caleb Williams becomes, the front office has tied its fortunes to the answer. They punted on running back, and it is the miss that keeps the grade honest.

Landing Thomas Jr. that late papers over a lot of smaller sins.

It is a steep hill from here, and the grade knows it.