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Bears Quarterback Caleb Williams Joins Boston Legacy FC as Investor

Jason Dayee

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams has officially joined the ownership group of NWSL expansion team Boston Legacy FC, the club announced Thursday. The investment comes through Williams’ company, 888 Midas, as the team prepares for its inaugural season in 2026.

Cross-Sport Investment Trend Continues

Williams joins a growing list of professional athletes investing in women’s soccer. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes owns a stake in the Kansas City Current alongside his wife Brittany, while tennis stars Naomi Osaka and Ons Jabeur are minority owners of the North Carolina Courage.

The trend extends beyond individual sports. NJ/NY Gotham FC counts Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant, former New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, and former Seattle Storm guard Sue Bird among their ownership group. Angel City FC boasts an even more star-studded roster of investors, including Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul and tennis legends Serena Williams and Billie Jean King.

Williams Embraces Women’s Sports Movement

The 23-year-old quarterback expressed his enthusiasm for the investment in a statement released by the team.

“Women’s sports is a movement, and I admire and respect the work that the team and the NWSL continues to do to grow the sport and empower future generations of athletes,” Williams said. “Boston Legacy FC is building something special, and we’re proud to be a part of what’s next.”

Boston Legacy FC’s Rocky Start to Smooth Rebrand

Boston Legacy FC has navigated significant challenges since receiving their expansion franchise in 2023. The team initially launched as BOS Nation FC but faced immediate backlash over the name and branding unveiling. The organization underwent a complete rebrand earlier this year, settling on the Legacy name in March.

The team will begin play at Gillette Stadium, home of the New England Patriots, before moving to their permanent home at White Stadium once renovations are completed. Boston previously had an NWSL presence with the Boston Breakers, who folded in 2018 without capturing a league title.

Williams Building on Strong NFL Foundation

Williams enters his second NFL season after the Bears selected him first overall in the 2024 draft. Despite Chicago’s disappointing 5-12 record in his rookie year, Williams showed promise, completing 62.5 percent of his passes for 3,541 yards, 20 touchdowns, and six interceptions.

The former USC standout and 2022 Heisman Trophy winner has the Bears off to a 2-2 start this season. Through four games, he’s completed 62.3 percent of his passes for 927 yards, eight touchdowns, and two interceptions, while adding 110 rushing yards and a touchdown.

Expansion Teams Attracting Star Power

Both 2026 expansion teams are drawing high-profile investors. Boston Legacy FC’s ownership group also includes Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman and Indiana Fever star Aliyah Boston. Denver Summit FC, the other expansion franchise, added Olympic skier Mikaela Shiffrin as an investor in May.

The Denver ownership group, led by IMA Financial Group CEO Robert Cohen, paid a record $110 million expansion fee to join the league.

Boston Legacy FC controlling owner Jennifer Epstein praised Williams’ investment as a symbol of the league’s growing momentum.

“Caleb’s investment in Boston Legacy Football Club highlights the powerful momentum of women’s professional soccer and what it means to have professional athletes investing in our future,” Epstein said. “The support symbolizes a new era of cross-league support and recognition.”

Originally from Staten Island, New York, I’ve spent most of my adult life in Arizona, where my passion for sports continues to grow. A proud University of Arizona graduate, I developed my journalism skills covering mostly football, basketball, and a few other sports for the Daily Wildcat and UATV-3.

Now covering the Kansas City Chiefs for Total Apex Sports, I aim to tell authentic stories that highlight the journeys, triumphs, and challenges of athletes today. I’m passionate about connecting with readers through honest and insightful coverage that reflects my deep love for the game.

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