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Caleb Williams Injured, Latest on Bears Star's Timeline to Return and Status for Eagles Game
Bleacher Report • • general
Key Points:
- Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams avoided a major injury after being carted off during Sunday's 9-3 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, with a hamstring injury ruling him out for the game but not for Week 3 against the Philadelphia Eagles.
- Williams appeared to suffer a serious leg injury while scrambling but was later confirmed to have a hamstring issue, which is less severe than initially feared.
- Entering his third season, Williams led the Bears to an NFC North title and the divisional playoffs in 2025, completing 58.1% of his passes for 3,942 yards, 27 touchdowns, and seven interceptions last season.
- Despite a significant reduction in sacks taken from his rookie to sophomore season, Williams' completion percentage dropped, prompting coach Ben Johnson to focus on improving his accuracy during offseason training camp.
- If Williams is unable to play, the Bears plan to rely on backup quarterbacks Tyson Bagent or Case Keenum in the short term.
