{
  "id": 13816142,
  "title": "Caleb Williams nears return, and Bears show they need their QB in lopsided loss to Packers",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/caleb-williams-nears-return-and-bears-show-they-need-their-qb-in-13816142",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-11T22:34:19.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/caleb-williams-nears-return-bears-223419032.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Chicago Bears faced a challenging day following their 31-7 loss to the Green Bay Packers. The good news is the possibility that quarterback Caleb Williams may soon return from the hamstring injury that sidelined him for three games. Coach Ben Johnson reported that Williams practiced on a limited basis and could be ready for the upcoming game against Atlanta. However, the Bears' offense performed poorly without Williams, as the team gained only 81 yards on 24 carries. With Kyle Monangai out due to injuries to his thumb and toe, Bagent and Keenum struggled, throwing two interceptions each and losing a fumble. The Bears, who had won their first two games without Williams, struggled to move the ball, highlighting the need for their quarterback in the loss. Johnson admitted that they would reassess the situation after the game and make a decision for the next week, emphasizing their commitment to finding the best solution for the team.",
  "summary": "(AP) — The good news for the Chicago Bears on a hugely disappointing day is the possibility that quarterback Caleb Williams is getting closer to returning from the hamstring injury that has sidelined him for three games.Chicago coach Ben Johnson said after a 31-7 loss at Green Bay on Sunday that Williams might be available when the Bears visit Atlanta next week.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "Caleb Williams nears return, and Bears show they need their QB in lopsided loss to Packers",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/caleb-williams-nears-return-and-bears-show-they-need-their-qb-in",
        "published": "2026-10-11T22:35:12.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}