Chicago Bears Quarterback Caleb Williams Feels Ready to Test Injured Hamstring Against Atlanta
Williams is on track to return after a full week of practice and could reclaim the Bears’ starting job after three games out with a hamstring injury.
- Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is expected to start against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday after completing a full week of practice without setbacks.
- Williams has been sidelined for three games since sustaining a right hamstring tear during a 9-3 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on September 20, 2026.
- Although media reports cited a Grade 2 strain, Williams described his injury as a 'pretty serious' hamstring tear, and head coach Ben Johnson said he is 'on track' after passing medical protocols.
- Backup quarterbacks Case Keenum and Tyson Bagent combined for five turnovers in a loss to the Green Bay Packers, underscoring the Bears' need for Williams' return at 3-2.
- Chicago faces the New England Patriots on Thursday Night Football four days after Sunday's Atlanta game, while Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. manages a rib injury from Week 5.
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