Bears rookie Malik Muhammad’s honest admission about Caleb Williams injury

Caleb Williams’ injury continues to dominate NFL headlines. The Chicago Bears quarterback hurt his hamstring with 7:27 left in the fourth quarter of their 9-3 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. Many have reacted to seeing him go down with the ailment, including rookie defensive back Malik Muhammad, who shared his honest thoughts about it.

Williams struggled with the visiting team’s defense. He took three sacks and threw one interception. The 24-year-old finished with 15-of-26 passes for 138 yards and zero touchdowns. Cairo Santos scored Chicago only points in the game in the first quarter. Tyson Bagent replaced Williams and recorded 5-of-9 completions for 54 yards.

Meanwhile, Muhammad recorded three combined tackles, including two solo efforts and one sack. However, Williams unit had a rough night both on the ground and through the air.

Chicago Bears: Malik Muhammad discusses Caleb Williams’ injury

Reporters asked Muhammad after the game for his thoughts about seeing the QB1 injured. He admitted that he and Bears fans around the world are worried.

“I’m worried,” Muhammad said. “If No. 18 gets hurt, I’m worried. I think the whole stadium was worried. Maybe the whole world. But he should be good. I asked him after the game, he’s going to be good… (Chicago head coach) Ben (Johnson) said he was in good spirits. C-Dub always in good spirits.”

Bears CB Malik Muhammad talks about the mood on the sideline when QB Caleb Williams left with a hamstring injury— pic.twitter.com/VFSHSgwHrq

— Jason Lieser (@JasonLieser) September 20, 2026

On Monday, doctors will conduct a series of tests on Williams to determine the extent of his injury. The Bears will provide an update soon.

If the 2022 Heisman Trophy winner misses time, the team will likely promote Bagent to QB1. Chicago will play its next game on Sept. 28 on “Monday Night Football” against the Philadelphia Eagles. The team will then host another home game versus the New York Jets in Week 4. After that, the Bears will travel for a two-game road trip starting with a matchup against the Green Bay Packers in Week 5.