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Caleb Williams' Injury: Bears QB Faces 3-4 Week Absence
27 Sep
Summary
- Caleb Williams has a Grade 2 hamstring injury.
- Doctors estimate a 3-4 week recovery timeline.
- Tyson Bagent is the likely backup quarterback.
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is expected to be sidelined for an estimated three to four weeks following a Grade 2 hamstring injury. This significant timeline means Williams will miss Monday night's game against the Philadelphia Eagles, and likely two to three additional games thereafter.
The Bears' upcoming schedule includes matchups against the New York Jets, Green Bay Packers, and Atlanta Falcons after their game with the Eagles. This marks the first game Williams has missed in his three-year career, having played every game in the 2024 and 2025 seasons.
Despite the medical prognosis, head coach Ben Johnson indicated a "week-to-week" approach, acknowledging Williams' known resilience and determination to recover quickly. In Williams' absence, backup quarterback Tyson Bagent is slated to start. Should Bagent not clear concussion protocol, the team has QB3 Case Keenum ready to step in.
