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Published
Oct 14, 2026 at 01:54 PM EDT
The Chicago Bears could get quarterback Caleb Williams back under center in Week 6 versus the Atlanta Falcons as the former No. 1 overall pick continues to recover from a hamstring injury.
The Falcons are hoping to have their own starting signal-caller available for Sunday's contest as well, with Michael Penix Jr. dealing with a rib issue.
Atlanta head coach Kevin Stefanski gave a positive injury update Wednesday regarding the 2024 eighth overall draft pick.
Penix Jr. missed the first two games of the campaign while making his way back from last season's partially-torn ACL.
The 26-year-old's return in Week 3 provided a much-needed spark to the Falcons' offense, as Atlanta scored just 16 points combined in Weeks 1 and 2 (both losses) before erupting for 80 points over the next two contests, which were victories.
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Penix Jr. suffered his rib injury in the fourth quarter of Sunday night's loss against the Baltimore Ravens and was replaced by Tua Tagovailoa for overtime.
The latter threw a game-ending pick-six in the extra frame and the Falcons fell to the Ravens, 30-23.
It was reported on Monday that Penix Jr.'s injury "is not considered serious," but Atlanta "wants to be cautious and see him practice this week" before making a decision for Week 6.
The former University of Washington quarterback is 52-for-77 with 719 passing yards, three touchdowns and one interception for a 104.8 passer rating across three games this fall.