Caleb Williams left the Chicago Bears' Week 2 game against the Minnesota Vikings after he suffered a non-contact injury. The apparent lower-body issue occurred on a rollout as Williams attempted to keep a play alive deep in Minnesota territory. While in search of a go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter, Williams pulled up during a run to the left of the pocket and fell to the ground.
He held one of his legs and let out an audible yell before trainers assisted him off the field. Chicago's medical staff briefly attended to Williams in the sideline medical tent and promptly carted him into the locker room for further evaluation. Caleb Williams gives a thumbs up as he's carted off the field. 📺: FOX/FOX One pic.twitter.com/omeGyES2s5 Soggy field conditions could have contributed to the non-contact nature of the injury.
Consistent rain in Chicago turned the NFC East showdown into a defensive battle and undoubtedly made for a slippery playing surface. Tyson Bagent entered the game for the Bears, who trailed 6-3 at the time of Williams' injury. A promising drive stalled in the red zone when Williams departed from action, and the Bears settled for a field goal attempt.
The Vikings blocked that potential game-tying kick. Chicago's uncharacteristic offensive struggles against Minnesota came as Williams slogged through an inefficient afternoon. The star signal-caller completed 15 of 26 passes for 138 yards before he left the contest, and he tossed one interception and took three sacks.
Williams' escapability contributed to his injury, but before the fateful play, it also helped him accumulate 42 rushing yards on five carries.
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