Caleb Williams may return for Bears against Falcons
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 11:15 PM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson expressed optimism regarding quarterback Caleb Williams' potential return for their Week 6 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. Williams is recovering from a hamstring injury he sustained in Week 2. Although Johnson refrained from confirming his participation, he indicated that Williams is close to returning and has resumed limited practice. The Bears aim to rebound from a recent defeat against the Green Bay Packers and will need Williams to face a rising Falcons team led by running back Bijan Robinson.
- •Bears coach Ben Johnson optimistic about Caleb Williams' return.
- •Williams injured his hamstring in Week 2 against the Vikings.
- •He has resumed limited practice ahead of Falcons game.
- •Bears lost last week to the Packers, increasing need for Williams.
- •Falcons are gaining momentum with standout Bijan Robinson.
- 12:02 AMESPN NFL — Bears QB Williams 'close' to returning after missing 3rd game in row
- 9:24 PMYahoo Sports — Ben Johnson sounded optimistic about Caleb Williams returning to Bears against Falcons
"Following Sunday's loss to the Packers, Bears coach Ben Johnson said that quarterback Caleb Williams is close to returning, which could be as soon as Week 6 when the Bears play the Falcons in Atlanta.
"The Bears need Caleb Williams back badly. Good thing Ben Johnson sounds optimistic about his status.
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External links- ESPN NFLOct 12, 2026, 12:02 AMBears QB Williams 'close' to returning after missing 3rd game in row
Following Sunday's loss to the Packers, Bears coach Ben Johnson said that quarterback Caleb Williams is close to returning, which could be as soon as Week 6 when the Bears play the Falcons in Atlanta.
- Yahoo SportsOct 11, 2026, 9:24 PMBen Johnson sounded optimistic about Caleb Williams returning to Bears against Falcons
The Bears need Caleb Williams back badly. Good thing Ben Johnson sounds optimistic about his status.
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