For the first time since suffering his hamstring injury, Caleb Williams is officially back at practice. Even though he was limited, this marks a significant milestone for Chicago. Williams has been listed as out every week since the injury, and this is the first time his game status has shifted to questionable. It is the clearest sign yet that the Bears are getting closer to having their franchise quarterback back on the field.
Williams moved well during individual work and participated in controlled reps, giving the coaching staff their first real look at his progress. The Bears have been cautious with his recovery, refusing to rush him back, but his presence on the practice field changes the tone of the week entirely. Chicago has been winning without him, but getting their star quarterback back in any capacity is a major boost for the locker room.
Even with Williams returning to practice, Tyson Bagent is still expected to start against the Packers. Bagent has been steady, composed, and fully capable of executing Ben Johnson’s offense. Chicago trusts him, and Johnson has made it clear that he will not rush Williams back into action until he is fully ready.
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