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Bears QB Caleb Williams won't practice but not ruled out vs Eagles
Bears coach Ben Johnson says QB Caleb Williams (hamstring) won't practice but doesn't rule him out vs Eagles.
In brief
Bears coach Ben Johnson says QB Caleb Williams (hamstring) won't practice but doesn't rule him out vs Eagles. Bears coach Ben Johnson states QB Caleb Williams won't practice this week due to hamstring injury but remains available for Monday's game against Eagles. Originally reported by Chicago Sun-Times.
Bears coach Ben Johnson
Bears coach Ben Johnson says QB Caleb Williams (hamstring) won't practice but doesn't rule him out vs Eagles.
Williams' hamstring injury
Williams has a hamstring injury but Johnson says he's working through every avenue to get back on track.
Williams' potential return
Johnson does not rule out Williams for Monday's game against the Eagles despite saying he would likely miss some time.
Backup QB Tyson Bagent
Backup QB Tyson Bagent will work with starters when Bears resume practice Wednesday for his first start since 2023.
Johnson's comments on Williams
Johnson says Williams is a little bit different than the average human being and gets back on track faster than people anticipate.
Williams' long-term goal
The Bears hope Williams will be their quarterback for the next decade-plus but will ensure he's ready to go before playing.
Injured reserve deadline
If the Bears put Williams on injured reserve, they must do so by 3 p.m. Monday for the game to count toward the four games he would miss.
Bagent's recent performance
Bagent had thrown only six passes since 2023 before replacing Williams against the Vikings and going 5-for-9 for 54 yards.
Bagent's contract
The Bears gave Bagent a two-year, $10 million extension in August 2025 after he took over for five games.
Case Keenum's role
Keenum, 38, hasn't played since 2023 with the Texans and mentors Williams and Bagent.
Miller Moss background
Moss, 24, was Williams' backup at USC, then transferred to Louisville and has been with the Bears since April.
Williams' injury grade
Williams' injury is likely a Grade 1 hamstring strain, the mildest type, but he might miss several games.
Bears' upcoming schedule
After the Eagles game, the Bears play the Jets, then visit the Packers and Falcons.
Bagent's opportunity
Bagent has an opportunity to campaign for an eventual starting job elsewhere if he navigates the stretch well.
The key point
Bears coach Ben Johnson states QB Caleb Williams won't practice this week due to hamstring injury but remains available for Monday's game against Eagles.
