For the first time in his 12-year NFL career, Keenan ... in 2013, Allen received contract extensions before he could become a free agent, and then was traded to the Chicago Bears last offseason ...

He's no stranger to young, elite talent rising to the top, but he admits there's something different with Williams -- something that is a byproduct of the Bears' quarterback development plan.

Sources: #Bears WR Keenan Allen plans to play Sunday vs the #Rams. Big lift for Caleb Williams and the Chicago offense ... while WR Rome Odunze (knee) has no designation and will play.

The Los Angeles Chargers and star wide receiver Keenan Allen parted ways this past offseason, with the franchise legend going to the Chicago Bears and No. 1 pick Caleb Williams. A budding Jim ...