"Stupidity runs in Acho family": NFL fans react as Emmanuel Acho's brother criticizes Caleb Williams' socks choice during preseason game

ESPN analyst Sam Acho drew reactions from fans on Friday night after he focused on Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams’ socks. This was during his breakdown of the team’s preseason matchup with the Kansas City Chiefs.

Acho, a former Bears linebacker, said that Williams’ decision to wear socks rolled halfway down reflected poorly on his leadership and attention to detail. He linked the uniform choice to “sloppy” play in the opening quarter.

JPA

@jasrifootball

Caleb Williams getting criticized for his “socks” ??? The media seems to have it out for him. This is a random thing to complain about

The comment sparked reactions on X.

"Stupidity runs in the Acho family," one fan posted, referencing Sam's connection to former player Emmanuel Acho.

calebwilliamsfan23

@roaring_reigns

Stupidity runs in the acho family

"It's called an NFL rule. He's gonna be fined every single game. If he wants to keep giving away money and every week the fine will go up, feel free. I guarantee by week three them socks are up!" another user wrote.

"Preseason DOESNT COUNT !!!!" another added.

More fans reacted to the news.

"He's horrendous," one user commented.

"Nah, that's valid, you gotta have some drip as a starting QB," another user wrote.

"Media has a huge caleb tumorc," another added.

Caleb Williams' slow starts continue from rookie season

NFL: Chicago Bears at Kansas City Chiefs - Source: Imagn

The Bears’ first-team unit faced a rough start in the game, producing 22 yards on its first two possessions against Kansas City’s starters.

Coach Ben Johnson acknowledged that the group has to find more consistency, calling the early execution “sloppy football” that must be corrected before the regular season.

Caleb Williams settled in during the second quarter, completing 11 of 15 passes for 113 yards and finishing with a short touchdown throw to receiver Rome Odunze. He also connected with Olamide Zaccheaus on a 25-yard pass and later found Odunze for 37 yards on a seven-play, 78-yard scoring drive.

The outing reflected a trend from Williams’ rookie year, when his numbers often lagged in opening quarters before improving later in games.

Across the field, Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes looked ready for the regular season. In three series, the three-time Super Bowl winner threw 143 yards and a touchdown. Kansas City built a 17-0 lead with Mahomes at the controls.

The Bears eventually rallied behind backup quarterback Tyson Bagent, who signed a contract extension earlier in the week. Bagent threw three touchdown passes, including a game-winner to rookie Jahdae Walker in the final seconds, to secure a 29-27 comeback victory.