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Williams has Grade 2 hamstring strain

Caleb Williams has been diagnosed with a Grade 2 hamstring strain, not the less severe Grade 1 injury the Bears had hoped for, potentially keeping him sidelined for 3-4 weeks.

The Chicago Bears quarterback's injury is more serious than initially reported, with ESPN confirming a Grade 2 strain that typically requires 3-8 weeks of recovery. Hamstring injuries need proper healing time to avoid aggravation when athletes return to full-speed game action. playerbros.org

Tyson Bagent will start when cleared from his concussion, with Case Keenum as backup. Williams is already ruled out for Monday's game against the Eagles, with upcoming matchups against the Jets, Packers, Falcons, Patriots, and Seahawks on the schedule.