# Bears QB Caleb Williams practices for 1st time since injury

> Bears QB Caleb Williams returns to practice after hamstring injury.
- Title: Bears QB Caleb Williams practices for 1st time since injury
- Summary: Bears QB Caleb Williams returns to practice after hamstring injury. Bears quarterback Caleb Williams participated in practice for the first time since his…
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- Source: Chicago Sun-Times — https://chicago.suntimes.com/bears/2026/10/09/bears-quarterback-caleb-williams-practices-hamstring-injury-packers-falcons-vikings
- Published: 2026-10-09T18:55:11.408+00:00
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## Williams returns to practice
Bears quarterback Caleb Williams participated in practice for the first time since his hamstring injury against the Vikings in Week 2.
## Injury details
Williams injured his hamstring during a loss to the Vikings in Week 2.
## Practice limitations
Williams was limited during Friday's light practice session, stretching and jogging with fellow quarterbacks.
## Coach's statement
Bears coach Ben Johnson said they are progressing with Williams' return-to-play protocol and have a throwing protocol in place.
## Current status
Williams is listed as questionable to play for the Bears' upcoming game in Atlanta.
## Next steps
Bears coach Ben Johnson called Williams' return date 'to be determined' for the upcoming game.
## Previous progress
Williams threw to teammates on Wednesday after practice as part of his return-to-play progression.
## Upcoming game
The Bears play in Atlanta the following Sunday against the Packers.
## Key takeaway

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams participated in practice for the first time since his hamstring injury against the Vikings in Week 2.