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Massive Caleb Williams Injury Update Changes Everything For Bears

CHICAGO — Caleb Williams is expected to play in Week 6 against the Atlanta Falcons after missing the previous three games with a right hamstring injury, according to NFL insider Ian Rapoport.

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 6:43 PM
Massive Caleb Williams Injury Update Changes Everything For Bears
Key Things to Know
  • Caleb Williams is expected to play in Week 6 against the Atlanta Falcons following a hamstring injury.
  • Williams missed three consecutive games after sustaining a right hamstring injury against the Minnesota Vikings.
  • The Chicago Bears went 2-1 without Williams before losing 31-7 to the Green Bay Packers in Week 5.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is expected to return in Week 6 against the Atlanta Falcons, according to NFL insider Ian Rapoport. Williams missed the previous three games due to a right hamstring injury suffered against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 2. He returned to practice and completed a strenuous pregame workout prior to Chicago's Week 5 matchup.

The Bears posted a 2-1 record during Williams' absence, utilizing backup quarterbacks Tyson Bagent and Case Keenum. Following a 31-7 loss to the Green Bay Packers in Week 5 where both backup quarterbacks struggled, Williams is expected to step back in as Chicago's starting quarterback.

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