USC Football News: Mark Sanchez to Provide Commentary as Caleb Williams Makes NFL Debut

Mark Sanchez, the former USC quarterback, is set to commentate on Caleb Williams' first NFL start this Sunday.

Williams, another USC alum and Heisman Trophy winner, will debut as the starting quarterback for the Chicago Bears against the Tennessee Titans.

Sanchez will join Adam Amin in the broadcast booth, while Kristina Pink will handle sideline reporting. This matchup marks an exciting moment for both players, as Williams aims to kick off his professional career on a high note.

After two successful seasons at USC, where he threw for over 8,000 yards and 72 touchdowns, Williams was the first overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. His transition to the NFL comes after a standout college career under coach Lincoln Riley.

"I think (playing in Los Angeles) is a great experience," Sanchez said in March. "That's what its like in the NFL. ... At least New York has two teams to beat up on. Chicago's got one, and they beat up on them just as hard. Ask Mitch Trubisky, ask Mike Glennon.

"I was in a quarterback room with them. ... He's felt some of that in Los Angeles, now moving to this other market ... It's just as big as anything else."

Sanchez, who also had a notable career at USC, completing 64.3 percent of his passes for 3,965 yards and 45 total touchdowns in three years and he was selected fifth overall in the 2009 NFL Draft. He helped lead the New York Jets to two consecutive AFC Championship games.

As Williams steps onto the field for the Bears, he will be supported by a talented roster, including rookie receiver Rome Odunze and veteran players like Keenan Allen and DJ Moore.

The game will kick off at Soldier Field at 10 a.m. ET, setting the stage for what could be an exciting start to Williams' NFL journey.