There’s growing chatter that something seems off between quarterback Caleb Williams and wide receiver D.J. Moore. Several moments this season have shown them not quite clicking on the field. That’s puzzling considering it’s their second year together. By now, their chemistry should be natural. It certainly looks that way with Rome Odunze, who’s clearly become Williams’ favorite target this season. So what’s behind the breakdown with Moore? Head coach Ben Johnson was asked about it.

This all traces back to a missed opportunity in the end zone during Sunday’s loss to Baltimore. Williams threw wide of Moore on the play. It appeared Moore stopped his route while Williams expected him to keep moving—minor details like that often point to communication lapses.

“It’s always a work in progress,” Johnson said. “That’s why each practice week is so crucial for us. I think the passing game is a constant evolution.”

The coach clarified that Moore had the option to sit in an open spot on that route, though the preference was for him to stay in motion. Regardless, both players share responsibility. With their talent, that play should’ve been made.

“For that particular call, he’s running the back line. He does have the freedom to stop in a window. It’s a unique look with a second-level defender nearby, which caused him to sit. Do I wish he kept moving? Sure, but I also know at this level that’s still open—and with two elite players there, we should find a way to connect.”

Ben Johnson recognizes this is something the players must resolve themselves.

There’s no sign of bad blood between Williams and Moore. It just seems they’re not perfectly aligned mentally. Great quarterback-receiver duos often share the same instincts. They anticipate each other’s moves. Jay Cutler and Brandon Marshall had that. Mitch Trubisky and Allen Robinson had that. Right now, only Odunze seems to fully grasp what Williams wants on each snap.

If Moore wants more targets, he needs to sync up with his quarterback. If he can’t, Ben Johnson might face difficult choices. Remember, the team drafted Luther Burden. They also have Colston Loveland, who deserves more chances. Chicago wants things to work with Moore—he’s a talented player. But these miscommunications won’t be tolerated forever.