Bears QB Caleb Williams shines in advanced stats return from injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 2:41 PM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
Caleb Williams made a strong return for the Chicago Bears in Week 6 after recovering from a hamstring injury. He completed 30 of 36 passes for 305 yards, achieving an 83.3% completion rate, the highest for any Bears quarterback with at least 30 attempts. His performance included a notable 12.8% completion percentage over expected and a +7.3 expected points added, demonstrating effectiveness even under pressure. Williams faces a challenging matchup against New England on Thursday, and his performance could serve as a platform for continued success this season.
- •Williams completed 30 of 36 passes for 305 yards
- •Achieved an 83.3% completion rate
- •Ranked first in completion percentage among quarterbacks
- •Had a 12.8% completion percentage over expected
- •Faces tough New England defense next Thursday
- 2:41 PMYahoo Sports — How Bears QB Caleb Williams measured up in advanced stats in return
"Bears QB Caleb Williams was, obviously, very good in his return from a hamstring injury. But what do the advanced stats have to say about it?
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