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Vikings defeat Bears 9-3 in Soldier Field opener as Williams suffers apparent hamstring injury

The Chicago Bears' home opener Sunday ended in disappointment, with fans leaving Soldier Field drenched and worried about Caleb Williams, who suffered a hamstring injury.

The Chicago Bears suffered a disappointing home opener on a rainy Sunday at Soldier Field, as quarterback Caleb Williams suffered a hamstring injury. The Minnesota Vikings defeated the Bears 9-3, with Isaiah Rodgers recovering a fumble and blocking a late field-goal attempt. Aaron Jones rushed for 105 yards, and the Vikings limited Chicago to 297 yards of offense, recording four sacks led by Dallas Turner.

Tyson Bagent replaced Williams and the Vikings went on to win despite the Bears' strong rushing attack. Bears coach Ben Johnson expressed hope that Williams would return to play as the season progresses.

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