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All Yahoo Fantasy Football insights about Caleb Williams
PositiveProjectionOct 30, 2026
Williams is dicing defenses up from the pocket far more than ever before; he hasn't needed to run as much since the hamstring injury, but in his third game back he can probably lean into running more when needed. He's the QB5 in EPA per dropback this season and has been fantasy's QB1, QB15, and QB7 in his three games away from the Flores rain game. Without TE2 Cole Kmet, the Bears could use fewer under-center runs in favor of more 3-WR sets that get Luther Burden III onto the field more—not a bad swap for Williams. Seattle is a top-two defense allowing just 12.7 fantasy points per game to QBs (31st) on fewest passing yards per game (158) and is the best rushing defense by a mile, but has a secondary weakness at post safety and CB2 where Williams' skill set to buy time and deliver fits. The closer comp is Brock Purdy (QB17, 16.2 fantasy points in Week 5). Chicago enters as 3-point road underdogs with a 21.75-point team total (18th).PositiveProjectionOct 27, 2026
Williams has scored 30 or more points in three of his four starts this season. The source credits Ben Johnson's offensive scheme and notes Williams has dramatically improved his accuracy: completion percentage rose from 58.1% last season to 71% this season (just off league lead), and on-target percentage improved from below 70% to 79.6% (third in NFL). The source states: 'He has gone from one of the most inaccurate quarterbacks to one of the most accurate in his third season' and concludes 'it appears he has arrived as one of the NFL's best QBs' despite playing just four games.NegativeProjectionOct 27, 2026
Williams has scored 30 or more points in three of his four starts for the Bears; his completion percentage has improved significantly from 58.1% last season, addressing a key concern about missing too many passes that had plagued him as a prospect.PositiveProjectionOct 22, 2026
Caleb Williams returned from a hamstring injury suffered in Week 2 (missed three games but did not land on IR) and was sensational in his return, completing a career-high 83.3% of his passes in his first game back.PositiveProjectionOct 22, 2026
Williams is separating himself among the six quarterbacks from the 2024 draft class in his third season; he returned from a Week 2 hamstring injury last week and led the Bears to a 31-23 comeback win over Atlanta, with the offense looking borderline unstoppable for stretches and building a 31-7 lead before late Atlanta scores. At 24 years old, he is expected to be a star for many years to come and is part of a Bears team capable of a deep playoff run.NegativeValueOct 21, 2026
Caleb Williams holds a rest-of-season trade value of 166, ranking eighth among quarterbacks in trade market assessment.PositiveRoleOct 19, 2026
Williams' return to the helm in Week 6 immediately improved the production of both Colston Loveland and Luther Burden III, who had been disappointing through the first five weeks. Loveland caught six of seven targets for 65 yards and his first touchdown, while Burden caught all eight targets for 95 yards. However, the source notes that Loveland did absolutely nothing in Williams' first couple of games this season, so the improvement warrants monitoring rather than immediate confidence.PositiveProjectionOct 19, 2026
Caleb Williams made a triumphant return in Week 6, leading the Bears to victory over the Falcons and breathing life into the Bears offense; the source highlights his return as one of the biggest fantasy winners from Sunday action.PositiveProjectionOct 18, 2026
Williams returned from injury in Week 6 against Atlanta, completing 30-of-36 passes for 305 yards with 8.5 YPA and one touchdown pass; he came in under projection due to limited rushing (three yards) and one TD, but passed the eye test and got his playmakers back into rhythm, signaling the Chicago offense is back in business with Williams healthy.PositiveInjuryOct 18, 2026
Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is returning from a hamstring injury in Week 6 against the Falcons, marking his return to action after missing time with the injury.PositiveRoleOct 15, 2026
The source highlights Caleb Williams' potential return as a key storyline for Bears receivers and pass-catchers in Week 6, suggesting his availability would significantly boost the fantasy outlook of Chicago's passing game.PositiveRoleOct 15, 2026
Williams returns in Week 6 against the Falcons, which should immediately elevate the entire Bears offense. The 51.5 point game total reflects this optimism.NegativeInjuryOct 15, 2026
Williams suffered a hamstring injury in Week 2 against Miami's top-ranked defense in a rainstorm, playing 87% of snaps before exiting. The backup quarterbacks (Case Keenum and Tyson Bagent) played well in their first starts but couldn't sustain momentum because they can't push the ball downfield, resulting in the Bears ranking 28th in explosive play rate Weeks 3-5.PositiveProjectionOct 15, 2026
Williams played one full game this season (Week 1 vs. Carolina) and looked like an evolved version of his 2025 self; he didn't put the ball in harm's way, kept the offense on schedule, took shot plays when available but opted for checkdowns and layups when they weren't. The Bears scored 59 points and ranked fourth in passing play success rate despite an excellent run game. Williams' return should solve most of the Bears' offensive issues, particularly the lack of explosive plays (20th in explosive play rate Weeks 3-5 vs. 7th in 2025) and downfield passing that the backup quarterbacks couldn't sustain.NegativeValueOct 14, 2026
Caleb Williams holds a rest-of-season trade value of 135, matching Joe Burrow in the mid-tier quarterback valuations.NegativeRoleOct 14, 2026
Matt Harmon raises the question of whether Caleb Williams can elevate the Bears pass catchers after Week 5, suggesting uncertainty about his ability to support fantasy production from Chicago's receiving corps.PositiveInjuryOct 12, 2026
Could have Williams back under center in Week 6 per Ian Rapoport. Williams has missed the past three games with a hamstring strain and Chicago has gone 2-1 with Case Keenum and Tyson Bagent splitting time. If Williams returns, he'll be good to fire up in fantasy and should boost all Bears receivers against the Falcons. Williams was listed as a full participant in Wednesday's estimated injury report, a good sign for his chances to return.PositiveInjuryOct 12, 2026
Bears quarterback Caleb Williams appears on track to make a potential return from a hamstring injury in Week 6 against the Atlanta Falcons, signaling recovery progress and imminent availability.NegativeValueOct 7, 2026
Caleb Williams holds a rest-of-season trade value of 135, placing him in the mid-tier of quarterback valuations.PositiveRoleOct 6, 2026
The source notes that the Bears' offense will be fine when Caleb Williams returns, suggesting his return will solidify Chicago's Super Bowl contention status given the team's elite defense (third in EPA allowed per play over the last three weeks).NegativeInjuryOct 6, 2026
Bears quarterback's injury was cited as one reason the Week 5 Packers-Bears game was flexed out of the late afternoon time slot, indicating his status remains a concern for the team.NegativeInjuryOct 5, 2026
Bears QB is out with a hamstring injury.NegativeRoleOct 5, 2026
Williams is a 'big-game hunter' whose passing style differs markedly from his backups; in Week 1, he threw five passes of 20+ air yards without an interception, compared to his backups' conservative approach. His return from injury may deepen target routes for Chicago's receivers, though the offense's core intent to feature Luther Burden, Rome Odunze, and Colston Loveland should remain intact.NegativeRoleOct 1, 2026
Out at least one more game; his absence supports a run-heavy script for D'Andre Swift vs. NYJ.NegativeInjurySep 30, 2026
Williams is listed in the 'Courtesy Injury Ranks' section at $16, indicating injury status is a material consideration for rest-of-season ranking.NegativeValueSep 30, 2026
Caleb Williams carries a rest-of-season trade value of 125, positioning him in the mid-tier quarterback valuations for trade purposes.NegativeInjurySep 30, 2026
Caleb Williams was injured and replaced by Case Keenum in Week 3, forcing fantasy managers to pivot to the veteran backup.NegativeInjurySep 28, 2026
Bears starting quarterback Caleb Williams suffered a hamstring injury in Week 2 and was carted off the field, forcing him to miss the Week 3 Monday Night Football matchup against Philadelphia; this comes after a red-hot start where the Bears defeated Carolina 59-37 in Week 1.NegativeInjurySep 23, 2026
Williams suffered an injury in Week 2 that appears to be the least severe of the three quarterback injuries discussed. The source estimates Williams will miss at least Week 3 against the Eagles on Monday night. The complication is that backup Tyson Bagent also entered concussion protocol, meaning QB3 Case Keenum could be in line to start.NegativeValueSep 23, 2026
If you are in trouble at 0-2 and want to dangle an injured player to get immediate help, Caleb Williams is mentioned as an example of a high-end asset you'll probably only get pennies on the dollar for in a trade. However, the source advises waiting until after Week 3 or Week 4 before making such a move, as players will have more trade value closer to their return date.NegativeInjurySep 22, 2026
Caleb Williams goes down with an injury, creating a need for fantasy managers to find replacement quarterbacks on the Week 3 waiver wire.PositiveInjurySep 22, 2026
The fear over Caleb Williams' injury has subsided since it seems like a fairly minor hamstring injury; the source notes his extremely distressed reaction to the hamstring strain was odd, but at least it wasn't a major injury.PositiveInjurySep 22, 2026
Williams suffered a fairly minor hamstring injury in Week 2 that has subsided; he played three-and-a-half quarters despite the injury, and the Bears' offensive struggles against Minnesota (three points) were not due to his absence but rather poor execution and weather.NegativeMatchupSep 22, 2026
Williams faced an extreme blitz rate from the Vikings' defense in Week 2; defensive coordinator Brian Flores blitzed on 27 of his 33 dropbacks (81.8%), according to Next Gen Stats. The Vikings' aggressive blitz scheme held the Bears to just three points despite Chicago scoring 59 in Week 1.NegativeInjurySep 21, 2026
Caleb Williams is one of three starting quarterbacks now injured, creating a need for fantasy managers in 2-QB formats to find a second QB option.NegativeInjurySep 21, 2026
Williams sustained a hamstring injury that has him week-to-week heading into Week 3 vs. the Eagles on Monday Night Football. Head coach Ben Johnson told reporters Williams will 'likely miss some time,' which is a positive sign he avoided major injury, but the Bears will likely proceed with backup Tyson Bagent at QB in Week 3 if Williams can't play.NegativeInjurySep 21, 2026
Suffered a hamstring injury in Week 2 against the Vikings in non-contact fashion. The source describes it as 'week to week' rather than the feared year-ending injury like a torn achilles' or busted knee. Williams is on the wrong side of questionable for Monday's game against the Eagles but hopefully live for Week 4. His injury punctuated a bad day where he was getting blitzed with reckless abandon by Brian Flores' defense.NegativeInjurySep 21, 2026
Williams suffered a hamstring injury in Week 2 against the Vikings that seemed severe when it went down. The timeline and long-term impact are still unknown, but the injury has cast a shadow over the entire Bears passing game. Tyson Bagent is a serviceable backup, but the injury has not looked great for the Bears' pass-catchers.NegativeInjurySep 21, 2026
Caleb Williams was carted off with a hamstring injury in Week 2, raising immediate concerns about his availability and fantasy viability after a dominant Week 1 performance (59 points scored by the Bears offense).NegativeInjurySep 20, 2026
Williams suffered a non-contact right-leg hamstring injury in the fourth quarter of Week 2 against Minnesota; initial concern was a potential season-ending injury, though he walked under his own power with a limp after the game. Status remains uncertain pending medical tests, but there is risk of extended absence into 2026 season.PositiveMatchupSep 18, 2026
Despite Jordan Love's struggles against Minnesota's blitz-heavy defense (78.3% extra pass rushers), the source argues that Caleb Williams can withstand Flores' defensive scheme because he has 'a progressive playcaller in your ear can limit the situation from deteriorating from bad to catastrophic.' The source cites Love's 16.7% pressure-to-sack ratio when blitzed as evidence that the Bears' offensive scheme can handle the Vikings' approach.PositiveProjectionSep 18, 2026
Williams threw for two touchdowns and rushed for two more as the third-year QB helped Chicago put up a 50-burger on the Panthers in Week 1, earning him a featured Chase Card in the Yahoo Fantasy x Arena Club Slab Packs.PositiveProjectionSep 17, 2026
Ranked 5th among QBs in Week 2 with 20.1 projected points at home against Minnesota.PositiveBreakoutSep 17, 2026
Williams was the breakout star during the Bears' 59-37 Week 1 win over the Carolina Panthers, establishing himself as an elite early-season fantasy performer.NegativeMatchupSep 16, 2026
Williams missed an end-zone throw to Colston Loveland that could have been a touchdown in Week 1, but the source remains confident in Loveland's role given his 89% route share and strong target barrage from the end of last season.PositiveValueSep 16, 2026
Caleb Williams ranks 4th in rest-of-season QB trade value at 196 points, establishing him as a high-tier quarterback asset despite being in his second NFL season.PositiveUsageSep 16, 2026
Williams accounted for two of the Bears' five rushing touchdowns in Week 1, contributing to the offense's ground-game-heavy approach that produced two 100-yard rushers and five rushing TDs despite the team's 59-point output.NegativeRoleSep 16, 2026
Caleb Williams prefers to spread the ball around in the Bears offense, which limited Colston Loveland's opportunities despite the Bears scoring 59 points in Week 1.PositiveProjectionSep 15, 2026
Williams delivered a week-high 37.26 fantasy points in Week 1 against the Panthers, accumulating four total touchdowns (two rushing, two passing) in a 59-37 high-scoring affair. The Bears face the Vikings at home in Week 2, setting up a potential continuation of his strong early-season performance.PositiveProjectionSep 15, 2026
Caleb Williams had a big Week 1 game for Joel Smyth in the Yahoo Fantasy Football Expert League. Despite the loss to Chris Allen, Smyth outscored two-thirds of the league thanks in part to big games from Williams and Jahmyr Gibbs.PositiveBreakoutSep 15, 2026
Caleb Williams accounted for four touchdowns in Chicago's 59-point explosion in Week 1, making a compelling case to become a weekly fantasy starter; his mobility gives him a valuable fantasy floor and legitimate weekly upside, earning him a No. 3 ranking in Week 2 quarterback rankings.NegativeMatchupSep 11, 2026
Caleb Williams will face a challenging Week 1 matchup against the Panthers, who added edge rusher Jaelan Phillips and linebacker Devin Lloyd and ranked in the top half of the NFL in total yards allowed in 2025. The source notes that Williams will need to bring his 'A' game to Carolina, and it's no sure thing that Luther Burden will benefit from an enhanced target share in this difficult matchup.PositiveProjectionSep 9, 2026
Williams is deadly deep but inaccurate in short areas of the field; that archetype does have historical precedent. It stands to reason Williams will continue to get better after making a massive sophomore leap. The source passed on Williams in favor of other 2026 QB options, but the floor is solid and the upside for even more is quite real.PositiveProjectionSep 8, 2026
Ranked 9th in the source's Week 1 fantasy QB rankings, playing on the road at Carolina.PositiveProjectionSep 4, 2026
Caleb Williams ranks seventh in the source's Top 32 QB rankings for 2026 fantasy football, positioning him as a mid-tier elite quarterback option.PositiveProjectionSep 3, 2026
Has QB1 fantasy upside with potential to take a big step in Year 3. Finished as QB8 in 2025 with 19.2 FPPG despite sub-60% completion percentage, a stat expected to improve as he gets more comfortable in Ben Johnson's offense. Projected to exceed 4,000 passing yards with 30+ touchdowns and spike-rushing weeks. Paired with Colston Loveland as a potential league-winner stack.NegativeProjectionSep 3, 2026
Williams finished 2025 at 19th in EPA per play and 29th in CPOE; he was less efficient than Baker Mayfield and less accurate than Cam Ward. While he made up for these shortcomings in other ways, he does not have the advanced numbers of a top-half QB1.NegativeBustSep 3, 2026
While 2025 was a special season full of big plays for Williams, the source is not ready to gamble that is his baseline. It's difficult to live off big plays while being inaccurate in the short-passing attack; the source would not be surprised if regression catches up to Williams and his scores fall while turnovers spike. The source believes in Williams as a franchise player but prefers other quarterbacks as fantasy starters.PositiveValueSep 3, 2026
Caleb Williams fell to 8.12 in the expert league; he represents a sweet-spot QB selection for waiting on the position, offering elite upside without the early-round premium of Josh Allen or other early QBs.PositiveValueSep 3, 2026
The Homer archetype in fantasy drafts prioritizes their favorite NFL team's players, often preferring them over consensus options; Caleb Williams is cited as an example of a player The Homer would draft over Patrick Mahomes due to team loyalty rather than pure fantasy value.PositiveProjectionSep 2, 2026
Pianowski targets Caleb Williams as part of a four-pack of QBs (Williams, Dak Prescott, Jared Goff, Jordan Love) that all share a similar setup: an exciting collection of pass-catchers and a defense that will likely force weekly shootouts. QB is the no-stress position for fantasy football this summer, as deep as it's ever been, so Pianowski skips vanity options early and targets this group for carnival life.PositiveValueSep 1, 2026
The source personally prefers Caleb Williams ahead of Joe Burrow in the quarterback tier rankings for 2026 superflex leagues, though the source acknowledges it wouldn't necessarily be surprising if Burrow is better this season. This suggests Williams is viewed as undervalued relative to Burrow in current ADP.PositiveProjectionSep 1, 2026
Ben Johnson has expressed a desire to blow teams out in 2026, which could point toward Williams being a high-volume passer during his second season in Johnson's quarterback-friendly offense. Williams totaled 30 touchdowns last season and nearly became the first Bears quarterback to throw for 4,000 yards in a single season. His combination of passing volume and solid scrambling skills—he has averaged 438.5 rushing yards per season across his first two NFL campaigns—will give him a great floor-and-ceiling combination.PositiveProjectionAug 31, 2026
Williams improved significantly last year and is part of the Chicago Bears offense under head coach Ben Johnson, who talks about setting scoring records; the offense has plenty of talents on the escalator and plenty of buzz.PositiveProjectionAug 31, 2026
Caleb Williams sits in Tier 2 of quarterbacks for 2026 alongside Drake Maye, Joe Burrow, Lamar Jackson, and Jayden Daniels, just trailing Josh Allen's Tier 1 status.NegativeProjectionAug 30, 2026
Ranked 8th overall in Tier III – Solid QB1s; positioned as a mid-tier QB option for 2026 fantasy drafts.PositiveProjectionAug 29, 2026
Caleb Williams broke into the top-10 conversation for fantasy quarterback projections, with CBS and Fantasy Pros ranking him in the single digits and ESPN ranking him 11th. His ability to extend plays supports upside in rushing stats when receivers don't break open late, and his 11.9 yards-per-completed pass ranked 5th among qualified quarterbacks in 2025. Completion percentage concerns could have ripple effects if corrected.NegativeValueAug 28, 2026
Caleb Williams has an XRank almost identical to his ADP; ADP is 67.7 vs. XRank of 69 vs. Winks' rank of 71. The source identifies him as a QB target whose valuation is properly aligned between ADP and expert consensus, making him a reasonable QB selection.NegativeUsageAug 28, 2026
Bears QB1 Caleb Williams is most likely to sit out the preseason finale against Tennessee in street clothes, as Chicago may opt to protect their top talents in the preseason finish, especially after a strong showing from the starters in Week 2.PositiveProjectionAug 26, 2026
Williams was selected as the QB in this mock over Dak Prescott and Justin Herbert. The source notes Williams was quietly the QB5 in overall fantasy scoring in 2025 and should only improve with another year under Ben Johnson. The source also highlights untapped, sneaky Aaron Rodgers-esque rushing upside this season, plus elite weapons including Rome Odunze, Colston Loveland, Luther Burden III, and D'Andre Swift.PositiveRoleAug 21, 2026
Caleb Williams is entering his second year in Ben Johnson's system, and the source trusts him more than Daniel Jones to create high-value opportunities when things break down, supporting Colston Loveland's upside.PositiveValueAug 21, 2026
Caleb Williams' Prizm Silver PSA 10 jumped from $694 to $1,400 (+102%) as a 2024 rookie QB, driven by brand strength and fantasy performance. Despite a massive population of 960 copies, his name recognition and QB status pushed the card to elite pricing, exemplifying how brand can override scarcity concerns.PositiveProjectionAug 20, 2026
The source describes Caleb Williams as a sophomore star who led the Bears back to the postseason in 2025 with improvements in both yards and touchdowns, ranking him as a consensus top-10 fantasy QB.PositiveValueAug 19, 2026
The source prefers Williams over Herbert because Williams is in Year 2 of the Johnson regime and perhaps tied to better receivers. The source also thinks Williams will be more impactful than Herbert as a runner.PositiveProjectionAug 19, 2026
Although Williams checked in as QB5 last year, there is room for improvement. His YPA and QB rating were both below code, and a 58.1% completion rate is especially low in today's game. However, Ben Johnson's scheming can iron out some rough play; the Bears were fourth in play-action yardage. Every key Williams target (Luther Burden III, Rome Odunze, Colston Loveland) is a young player still on the escalator.PositiveBreakoutAug 18, 2026
Williams finished as QB9 in PPG last season and is now drafted as QB8 on Yahoo, offering strong floor and ceiling for a Year 3 QB. Joel Smyth notes his flaws—missed throws down the field in his second season—but argues his natural playmaking ability and offensive weapons overcome them. This is only his second season in the current offense and third overall in the NFL, a period when most QBs experience significant growth. Williams has all ingredients for elite fantasy QB production: coaching, offensive line, weapons, scrambling ability, and aggressive passing style on an offense that will be in shootouts or dominant blowouts. He was already a 20-PPG scorer in the second half of last season and can elevate further.PositiveProjectionAug 17, 2026
Ranked QB11 in 2026 fantasy football rankings by Gus Frerotte.NegativeBustAug 12, 2026
Kyle ranks Williams QB12 as a fade despite his QB1 fantasy finish in 2025. Williams didn't play like a QB1, finishing 19th in EPA per dropback and 29th in CPOE, with Pro Football Focus charting him 19th in passing grade. Brock Purdy and Trevor Lawrence outplayed him in efficiency metrics and outscored him in fantasy. Kyle argues the price on Williams is more hype than substance.NegativeProjectionAug 12, 2026
Jalen Nailor drafted Caleb Williams in Round 7 at ADP in his full-PPR re-draft. After drafting Williams, Nailor was hoping to draft another QB2 in the range of Matthew Stafford, Jaxson Dart, Bo Nix, Kyler Murray, Jared Goff, or Jordan Love, but they flew off the board.NegativeProjectionAug 12, 2026
Rated as a mid-range QB1, indicating solid starting quarterback expectations with moderate upside.