Highly anticipated details on the injuries suffered by Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams were reportedly released Monday — and it will have Bears fans likely breathing a sigh of relief.
According to multiple reports, Williams managed to avoid major injury to his hamstring and could play sooner than expected, with the quarterback not yet ruled out for Monday’s game against the Eagles.
Head coach Ben Johnson told ESPN that Williams is now “week to week” following an MRI Monday, according to insider Adam Schefter. News of the injury update was first reported by insider Tom Pelissero.
Williams was carted off the field during the home opener against the Vikings after suffering a non-contact injury in the fourth quarter.
According to an update from the Bears just before the conclusion of the game, Williams suffered a hamstring injury and was ruled out for the remainder of the contest.
There had been hope Williams avoided serious injury after he was seen walking around the locker room after the game with only a slight limp. But the Bears had been awaiting his MRI on Monday.
“I’m actually happy it’s nothing with the knee, that was my first inclination,” Johnson said after the game. “But yeah, the hamstring could be pretty damaging as well. So, we’ll see how bad it is and we’ll go from there.”
Still, even with news of the test results, it’s possible the team will stay cautious with Williams, whose mobility is a big part of his game. Johnson reportedly told ESPN Williams “will likely miss some time.”
Seeing Williams visibly emotional, sitting on a cart with a towel draped over his face was a scary moment for Bears fans, his coaches and teammates. After a rough rookie season, Williams had a breakout year with coach Ben Johnson in 2025 and led Chicago to an NFC North title and playoff win.
The Bears are 1-1 this season after losing to the Vikings on Sunday. They’ll be back at Soldier Field to face the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 3 on Monday Night Football.
