Falcons and Bears finalize injury designations before Week 6 matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 6:18 PM
Last updated Oct 16, 2026

The Atlanta Falcons and Chicago Bears have confirmed their injury reports ahead of their Week 6 game on October 15. Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. will play after being a full participant in practice despite a rib injury. Cornerback C.J. Henderson is ruled out with a groin injury, while edge rusher Za'Darius Smith is questionable with a neck injury. The Bears' Caleb Williams is still uncertain due to a hamstring issue but was a full participant this week. The Falcons aim to secure their first home win after an 0-2 start this season.
- •Penix is ready to play despite a rib injury.
- •Henderson is out for the Falcons with a groin injury.
- •Smith is questionable for Atlanta with a neck injury.
- •Williams is uncertain but was a full practice participant.
- •Game scheduled for October 15 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
- 6:18 PMYahoo Sports — Falcons final Week 6 injury report with game designations vs. Bears
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