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Caleb Williams returns as Bears face Falcons in Week 6 matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 11:15 AM

Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Caleb Williams returns as Bears face Falcons in Week 6 matchup

Summary

The Chicago Bears are set to face the Atlanta Falcons in Week 6 on Sunday, October 18, 2026. The Bears return quarterback Caleb Williams, who has been sidelined due to injury. However, the Bears' defense struggles persist, compounded by injuries to key players like Montez Sweat and T.J. Edwards. Predictions vary widely, with some analysts favoring the Bears' offense led by Williams, while others express concern about the defense's ability to stop the Falcons, who have been scoring heavily in recent weeks. The Bears aim for a turnaround after recent performances.

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Status Watch

•Bears' defense allows 34 points per game on the road.
•Caleb Williams returns after missing time due to injury.
•Several Bears starters, including Montez Sweat, will be unavailable.
•Predictions for the game vary significantly among analysts.
•Falcons have scored 34 points per game in the last two weeks.

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11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Bears at Falcons Predictions: Is Caleb Williams’ return enough to win on the road?

What they're saying

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No Montez Sweat. No Dayo Odeyingbo and T.J. Edwards. Not great for a defense that just allowed 31 on the road. But the Bears will have Caleb Williams and nickel...
— Yahoo Sports

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