Overview
- Williams was listed as a full participant on consecutive practice reports, including Thursday, and coaches say those sessions are the strongest sign yet that he could be available for Sunday.
- The quarterback told reporters on Thursday that he suffered a hamstring tear and that he still must pass a series of medical tests before the team will clear him to play.
- Head coach Ben Johnson described the situation as fluid and has not named a starter, leaving backups Tyson Bagent and Case Keenum as possible options if Williams fails to clear protocols.
- The Bears have gone 2-1 without Williams but were routed 31-7 by Green Bay last week, and the team will also be without Montez Sweat for two games because of a league suspension, weakening the pass rush.
- If Williams is cleared, he returns into a tough matchup against an Atlanta offense led by Bijan Robinson and a likely-available Michael Penix Jr., and Friday’s final injury report will determine the decision.