Caleb Williams returns as Bears look to improve pass attack
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 12:23 AM
Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Caleb Williams is set to return to the field for the Chicago Bears following a hamstring injury that sidelined him after one full game this season. The Bears offense scored 59 points in that game, showcasing Williams' potential as a dynamic quarterback. However, the team's young pass-catchers, including Luther Burden and Rome Odunze, have struggled to establish consistency as they rank low in explosive play rate. Analysts note that the Bears need a stronger offensive output to improve their standing in the league and maximize the players’ potential. Upcoming games will determine the effectiveness of this offense with Williams back at the helm.
- •Caleb Williams played one full game this season, scoring 59 points.
- •Williams suffered a hamstring injury in Week 2 and has been sidelined since.
- •Chicago ranks 28th in explosive play rate through five weeks.
- •Luther Burden and Rome Odunze have not consistently produced in the passing game.
- •The Bears will look to improve offensive output with Williams' return.
- 12:23 AMYahoo Sports — Caleb Williams' return should solve many of the Bears' problems, but young pass-catchers still have work to do
"Matt Harmon puts the Bears under the microscope to see what getting Caleb Williams back will mean for the team and fantasy managers.
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