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section: business
first_reported: 2026-11-06 13:45 CST
updated: 2026-11-06 13:53 CST
status: reported
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# Caddix cleats worn by Bears QB Caleb Williams

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams began wearing Caddix cleats this season. The NFL fined him $11,941 for an unauthorized logo in Week 6.

Section: [Business & Economy](/chicago/section/business.md) · Entities: [Caddix](/chicago/wiki/caddix.md), [Caleb Williams](/chicago/wiki/caleb-williams.md), [National Football League](/chicago/wiki/national-football-league.md)

## Coverage

- [WTTW News](https://news.wttw.com/2026/11/06/small-footwear-company-moves-spotlight-bears-qb-caleb-williams-wearing-its-cleats), 2026-11-06 13:45 CST: Small Footwear Company Moves Into Spotlight With Bears QB Caleb Williams Wearing Its Cleats
- [CBS Chicago](https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/chicago-bears-caleb-williams-cleats-caddix/), 2026-11-06 13:53 CST: Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams' cleats put Caddix, a Baltimore-based small business, in the spotlight

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