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Falcons host Bears as both starting QBs expected to play

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Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Falcons host Bears as both starting QBs expected to play

Summary

The Atlanta Falcons are set to face the Chicago Bears at 1 p.m. ET today at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Both quarterbacks, Michael Penix Jr. and Caleb Williams, will play despite recent injury concerns. The Falcons enter Week 6 with a 2-3 record, while the Bears stand at 3-2, having missed Williams for their past two games. Fans can watch the game on FOX or stream it via NFL+ and FuboTV.

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Status Watch

•Kickoff is at 1:00 p.m. ET in Atlanta.
•Falcons wear red uniforms with white pants this week.
•Penix has no injury designation; Williams was questionable but expected to play.
•Both teams have significant quarterback talent from the 2024 NFL Draft.
•Game coverage available on local radio in Atlanta.

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