Caleb Williams is off Chicago’s estimated injury report as the Bears prepare to host the New England Patriots on Thursday, offering encouragement after his return against Atlanta.
Chicago still faces several availability questions around its quarterback, while New England’s own injuries add uncertainty to a short preparation week before the teams meet at Soldier Field.
Tuesday’s Windy City Gridiron roundup highlighted Williams’ absence from Monday’s list, alongside continuing concerns involving the Bears’ offensive line, backfield and linebackers before Thursday night.
Monday’s designations were estimates rather than evidence of a full practice session. That distinction matters when assessing progress, particularly with another injury report still to come this week.
Jonah Jackson was estimated as a nonparticipant with hip and quadriceps issues. Running back Kyle Monangai and linebackers T.J. Edwards and Jack Sanborn were also listed as nonparticipants.
Keyshaun Elliott and Tyrique Stevenson were estimated as full participants. Those entries offer useful context, but Monday’s report does not by itself establish either player’s final game designation.
Williams completed 30 of 36 passes for 305 yards and a touchdown in Sunday’s 31-23 victory, according to his official Bears game log, following three games without an appearance.
He finished without an interception and posted a 111.2 passer rating. Chicago improved to 4-2, responding to its previous 31-7 defeat against Green Bay with a road victory.
That efficiency gives Chicago a stronger starting point for Thursday. Williams completed 83.3 percent of his attempts, underlining how consistently the Bears connected through the air.
Pass protection remains a practical focus despite those numbers. Atlanta recorded four sacks against Williams, and Jackson’s availability is another issue Chicago must monitor before facing New England.
Those circumstances suggest the Bears’ preparation must account for possible changes up front. Continuity would help, but the remaining reports will clarify which combinations are actually available Thursday.
New England also faces decisions following its 26-19 victory over the Jets. Pats Pulpit’s Monday report listed five estimated nonparticipants, including offensive linemen Ben Brown and Alijah Vera-Tucker.
Cornerback Carlton Davis III, defensive tackle Joshua Farmer and kicker Andy Borregales completed that group. The Patriots’ estimated report therefore spans several units, rather than one isolated position.
Veteran tackle Morgan Moses was among New England’s limited participants. Together, the offensive line entries make protection an important storyline for both teams entering this nationally televised matchup.
Monday’s estimated participation should not be treated as a final list of absences. Players can progress during the week, and game designations provide a separate assessment closer to kickoff.
For Chicago, Williams’ removal from the report shifts attention toward the supporting cast. His productive return supplies momentum, while the short turnaround leaves limited time to address surrounding uncertainty.
Chicago can build on Sunday’s offensive rhythm at home. Doing so requires another complete performance, rather than relying solely on the encouraging statistics from their quarterback’s return.
Thursday’s meeting also tests how both teams manage preparation after Sunday victories. The next injury updates will help separate temporary limitations from personnel changes that affect the actual matchup.
Until those decisions arrive, Chicago’s improved quarterback outlook remains the clearest development. Williams enters the week without Monday’s injury designation, with the Bears seeking a fifth victory.
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