Bears lose to Vikings as Caleb Williams exits with hamstring injury

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Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Bears lose to Vikings as Caleb Williams exits with hamstring injury
Summary

The Chicago Bears fell 9-3 to the Minnesota Vikings in their NFC North opener at Soldier Field on September 20. The Bears' quarterback Caleb Williams departed in the fourth quarter with a hamstring injury while the team struggled on offense, accumulating just three points. After a promising start to the season, Williams’ injury adds to Chicago's challenges. Head coach Ben Johnson indicated the severity of the injury won't be known until Monday, ahead of their next game against the Philadelphia Eagles.

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  • Bears scored only 3 points against the Vikings.
  • Caleb Williams left the game in the fourth quarter with an injury.
  • The Vikings have won seven consecutive games.
  • Head coach Ben Johnson expects to know more about Williams' injury on Monday.
  • Chicago plays the Philadelphia Eagles next on 'Monday Night Football'.
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  • 1:17 AMYahoo SportsBen Johnson's offense teased transcendence. It then lost Caleb Williams and slipped vs. Brian Flores' Vikings
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The Bears have more problems on their paws than just the status of their franchise quarterback.

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