Caleb Williams likely has Grade 1 hamstring strain, MRI pending
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 1:16 AM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is undergoing an MRI to assess the severity of a hamstring injury. Initial assessments suggest it could be a Grade 1 strain, indicating minimal muscle fiber tearing. His availability for the upcoming game against the Eagles remains uncertain, which could lead to Tyson Bagent starting. Bagent has experience as a rookie, previously starting four games last season. Chicago is anticipating a clearer diagnosis after the MRI results are revealed on Monday.
- •Caleb Williams has a hamstring injury and will have an MRI on Monday.
- •Initial hope is for a Grade 1 strain, the least severe.
- •Tyson Bagent may start if Williams is unable to play.
- •Bagent started four games last season, winning two.
- •Bears face the Eagles in eight days.
- 1:16 AMYahoo Sports — Initial hope is that Caleb Williams has a Grade 1 hamstring strain
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