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Chicago Bears Quarterback Caleb Williams Feels Ready to Test Injured Hamstring Against Atlanta
Williams is trending toward a return after a hamstring tear, but he still must clear medical checkpoints before the Bears decide.
- On Sunday, October 18, 2026, Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams returned from a three-game hamstring absence, leading the team to a 31-23 victory over the Atlanta Falcons. Williams completed 30 of 36 passes for 305 yards and a touchdown.
- Sidelined since suffering a hamstring injury against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 2, Williams publicly disputed media reports characterizing it as a Grade 2 strain, instead calling it a 'pretty serious' tear.
- Cornerback Kyler Gordon returned from a calf injury to record three sacks and two forced fumbles alongside Williams' 111.2 passer rating. Gordon became the first defensive back in 40 seasons to achieve these stats in one game.
- The victory improved Chicago's record to 4-2, restoring offensive explosiveness after a lopsided loss to Green Bay. The team now faces a condensed schedule, hosting the New England Patriots this Thursday, October 22, 2026, just four days later.
- Chicago aims to carry momentum through a demanding stretch featuring the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks, testing roster depth as the team competes for playoff positioning. Williams' health remains critical to that effort.
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Independent EspañolATLANTA (AP) — Caleb Williams completed his first 12 passes after returning from a cord tendon injury, D'Andre Swift ran for two touchdowns and the Chicago Bears beat the Falcons on Sunday 31-23...
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Marietta Daily JournalCaleb Williams completes first 12 passes in return after missing 3 games as Bears top Falcons 31-23
Caleb Williams completed his first 12 passes in his return from a hamstring injury, D’Andre Swift ran for two touchdowns and the Chicago Bears beat the Atlanta Falcons 31-23. The Bears led 31-7 before holding off Atlanta’s comeback attempt in…
Bears QB Caleb Williams is active and expected to start against Falcon
ATLANTA (AP) — Chicago quarterback Caleb Williams is active and expected to start for the Bears on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons after missing three games with a right hamstring injury. Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. also
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