Bears' Caleb Williams Carted Off With Hamstring Injury

Key Points:

• Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams left Sunday’s game against the Vikings with a right foot/lower leg injury after a non-contact incident, raising concerns about the severity of the injury.
• Initial reports confirmed Williams has a hamstring injury, with optimism that it might be a minor Grade 1 strain; he is scheduled for imaging on Monday to determine the full extent.
• Williams, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 draft, had a strong start to the season but was limited in Sunday’s game before exiting; backup QB Tyson Bagent replaced him but struggled as the Bears lost 9-3.
• If Williams misses time, Bagent, who has a two-year extension and has started four games previously, is expected to take over as the starter, potentially beginning in Week 3 against the undefeated Eagles.
• Bears head coach Ben Johnson praised Bagent’s abilities and expressed hope that Bagent could find starting opportunities, highlighting the importance of a strong backup quarterback.