# Caleb Williams injury update

> Caleb Williams says his hamstring tear isn't 'deserved' to be played after critics attack his character.
- Title: Caleb Williams injury update · CBS Sports | Shortify
- Summary: Caleb Williams says his hamstring tear isn't 'deserved' to be played after critics attack his character.
- Keywords: caleb williams, seahawks, chicago bears, nfl, hamstring tear, injury timeline, sports, Caleb, Williams, injury, update, CBS Sports
- Source: CBS Sports — https://cbssports.com/nfl/news/caleb-williams-injury-update-hamstring-tear-return-timeline
- Published: 2026-10-15T23:41:38+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: caleb williams, seahawks, chicago bears, nfl, hamstring tear, injury timeline, sports
## Caleb Williams injury update
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is on track for a potential return in Week 6 from hamstring injury.
## Williams denies injury severity
Williams said he felt a pop in his hamstring and described it as a tear rather than a strain.
## Williams pushes back on reports
Williams said there's nothing right about what it is and what it has been.
## Williams on field reaction
Williams yelled in agony and shed tears while giving thumbs up as he was carted off the field.
## Williams on media criticism
Williams says media false reports and jokes about his reaction are not bothering him.
## Williams character under attack
Williams says his character has been attacked for a while and this injury is a motivator.
## Key takeaway

Caleb Williams says his hamstring tear isn't 'deserved' to be played after critics attack his character.