Caleb Williams returns, leads Bears past Falcons 31-23 in injury comeback
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Last updated Oct 19, 2026
Caleb Williams returned from a hamstring injury to guide the Chicago Bears to a 31-23 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on October 18, 2026. Playing his first game in three weeks, Williams completed 30 of 36 passes for 305 yards and one touchdown, marking the sixth 300-yard game of his career. The Bears established early dominance, outpacing the Falcons 21-7 in the first half, with D’Andre Swift contributing two rushing touchdowns. Despite a late rally from Atlanta, Chicago's offense held firm to secure the win. The Bears are set to host the New England Patriots on October 22 for their next matchup.
- •Bears improve to 4-3 with the win over the Falcons.
- •Caleb Williams set a franchise record for 300-yard games under 25.
- •D’Andre Swift had two rushing touchdowns for Chicago.
- •Bears face the New England Patriots next on October 22.
- 1:20 AMYahoo Sports — Bears’ Caleb Williams breaks Mitchell Trubisky’s franchise record in triumphant injury return vs. Falcons
- 1:17 AMYahoo Sports — Bears’ Caleb Williams drops ‘confident’ declaration after returning from injury to beat Falcons
"Caleb Williams returned in dominant fashion as he led the Chicago Bears to a 31-23 road win over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday afternoon. Williams is going through the third season of his NFL career with the Bears. He made his way up the ranks to become one of the best quarterbacks in the league, making the Divisional Round of the playoffs last […] The post Bears’ Caleb Williams breaks Mitchell Trubisky’s franchise record in triumphant injury return vs. Falcons appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"As the Chicago Bears took down the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday afternoon, 31-23, it marked the return of star quarterback Caleb Williams, as he came back from a hamstring injury. With Williams officially back for the Bears after missing the last three weeks, he had an impressive performance, sharing how confident he is in himself and the team. […] The post Bears’ Caleb Williams drops ‘confident’ declaration after returning from injury to beat Falcons appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 19, 2026, 1:20 AMBears’ Caleb Williams breaks Mitchell Trubisky’s franchise record in triumphant injury return vs. Falcons
Caleb Williams returned in dominant fashion as he led the Chicago Bears to a 31-23 road win over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday afternoon. Williams is going through the third season of his NFL career with the Bears. He made his way up the ranks to become one of the best quarterbacks in the league, making the Divisional Round of the playoffs last […] The post Bears’ Caleb Williams breaks Mitchell Trubisky’s franchise record in triumphant injury return vs. Falcons appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsOct 19, 2026, 1:17 AMBears’ Caleb Williams drops ‘confident’ declaration after returning from injury to beat Falcons
As the Chicago Bears took down the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday afternoon, 31-23, it marked the return of star quarterback Caleb Williams, as he came back from a hamstring injury. With Williams officially back for the Bears after missing the last three weeks, he had an impressive performance, sharing how confident he is in himself and the team. […] The post Bears’ Caleb Williams drops ‘confident’ declaration after returning from injury to beat Falcons appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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