Speculation swirls after signed Caleb Williams jersey given to Pope Leo

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Original Load Date July 5, 2026, 5:01 p.m.
Last Updated July 5, 2026, 5:01 p.m.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams provided a special gift to Pope Leo XIV, but fans were left wondering if he accidentally revealed a secret in the process. Williams’ No. 18 jersey, signed naturally, was given to Pope Leo at the Vatican this week by Brian Burch, the U.S. ambassador to the Ho...