{
  "id": 8959095,
  "title": "Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams 'week to week' after injury against Vikings, Ben Johnson says",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/chicago-bears-qb-caleb-williams-week-to-week-after-injury-against",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-21T16:35:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/bears-qb-caleb-williams-mri-100720214.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Caleb Williams is currently in a state of uncertainty following a hamstring injury sustained during a game against the Minnesota Vikings, according to coach Ben Johnson. The quarterback is expected to miss some time after undergoing an MRI on Monday, with the duration of his absence likely to range from two to three weeks. Trainers immediately attended to Williams, who struggled to stand before exiting the game. Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Andrew Riff explained that the injury was likely caused by an overstriding mechanism, which is indicative of a hamstring strain. Dr. Riff noted that the non-contact nature of the injury offered some reassurance. With Tyson Bagent stepping in as the backup quarterback, the Bears suffered a 9-3 loss to the Vikings. The team is now grappling with the challenge of managing expectations regarding Williams' recovery and the potential reliance on Bagent and their running game during his absence. Fans and experts are anxiously awaiting updates on Williams' status, as the team prepares to face the Philadelphia Eagles in an upcoming home game.",
  "summary": "Caleb Williams will have an MRI Monday to see the extent of his injury.",
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  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Fantasy Football Early Week 3 Waiver Wire Pickups: Bryce Young is an option if you need a QB after Caleb Williams injury",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/20/fantasy-football-early-week-3-waiver-wire-pickups-bryce-young-is-an",
        "published": "2026-09-20T21:55:44.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "Injuries to Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels deprive the NFL of 2 young stars",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/injuries-to-caleb-williams-and-jayden-daniels-deprive-the-nfl-of-2",
        "published": "2026-09-21T10:03:56.000Z"
      }
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  "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."
}