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Bears QB Caleb Williams in line to start Sunday

The Bears are planning on quarterback Caleb Williams starting Sunday against the Falcons, ESPN reported Saturday. Coach Ben Johnson said Friday the quarterback had been on track to start, though the team called him questionable.Williams tore his hamstring while running…

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 9:07 PM
Bears QB Caleb Williams in line to start Sunday
Key Things to Know
  • Caleb Williams is planning to start for the Chicago Bears on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons.
  • Williams had been sidelined after suffering a torn hamstring during Chicago's Week 2 loss to the Vikings.
  • Head coach Ben Johnson said Friday that the quarterback had remained on track to play.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is reportedly in line to start Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons after recovering from a torn hamstring. Head coach Ben Johnson previously noted Williams was on track to play despite initially carrying a questionable designation on the team's injury report.

Williams sustained the injury in the final minutes of a Week 2 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. After missing time while backup quarterbacks Case Keenum and Tyson Bagent filled in, Williams returned as a full participant in practice throughout the week leading up to the game.

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