Draft analyst Nate Tice, in contrast to popular comparisons of USC star quarterback Caleb Williams to Patrick Mahomes, asserts that Williams shares striking similarities with a young Drew Brees.
Tice points out resemblances in their physical profiles, with both being 6’1″ and having comparable weights. He emphasizes that while Williams is faster, Brees exhibited no slouch in rushing during his college years.
Beyond physical attributes, both quarterbacks were born in major cities (Brees in Dallas, Williams in Washington D.C.) and have fathers with athletic backgrounds.
Eugene Brees played basketball for Texas A&M, and Carl Williams manages a sports performance center called Athletic Republic Capitol Region.
Examining their college careers further, Tice notes parallels in the challenges faced by Brees at Purdue and Williams at USC. Both quarterbacks led teams with winning records but lacked strong supporting casts, particularly on defense. Statistically, their college performances also align closely, with Williams throwing for over 10,000 yards and 93 touchdowns in 37 games, while Brees recorded over 10,000 yards and 81 touchdowns in 34 games. The main divergence lies in interceptions, with Brees accumulating 40 and Williams 14, considering the different defensive standards of their eras.
Tice underscores the essence of his comparison by highlighting the shared journey of overcoming slow career starts. Brees, despite early challenges, went on to become a Hall of Famer and Super Bowl champion, providing a hopeful parallel for Williams as he aspires to forge his own legacy in the NFL.
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