Caleb Williams' rise to football stardom began in Washington, D.C., but the quarterback is trying to keep cool for his much-hyped return to the area.

Both the Chicago Bears and Washington Commanders drafted the quarterback they wanted last spring: Chicago selected USC's Caleb Williams first overall; one pick later, Washington took Jayden Daniels of LSU.

In seven games, Jayden Daniels has transcended expectations of a typical rookie to insert himself in the MVP conversation and make the Commanders — typically NFL afterthoughts embroiled in controversy — appointment viewing.