DAMIEN WILLIAMS NEWS

Minor role in win Williams rushed once for 12 yards and had a two-yard reception in the Bears' 25-24 win over the Seahawks on Sunday.

Impact With David Montgomery carrying the load with 21 carries and nine targets, Williams shared the few leftover touches with Khalil Herbert. It's unlikely Williams sees an increase in work in Week 17 against the Giants, making him tough to trust in fantasy lineups.

DECEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Damien Williams avoids blocker, deflects Vikings punt Bears RB Damien Williams makes a great special teams play by deflecting a Vikings punt to give the offense the ball at the Minnesota 31.

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM

Limited work in backup role Williams rushed twice for 13 yards while catching his only target for four yards in the Bears' 45-30 loss to the Packers on Sunday.

Impact In his return from a calf injury, Williams took over the backup role from Khalil Herbert, though it only resulted in three touches. With David Montgomery entrenched in a work-horse role, it's unlikely Williams earns a significant number of touches in the fantasy playoffs.

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Making return in Week 14 Williams (calf) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Packers.

Impact A full practice Friday has earned Williams clearance to return to game action for the first time since Week 8. He'll compete with rookie Khalil Herbert for the limited touches left behind workhorse David Montgomery, who was also cleared Friday after battling shoulder, groin and glute injuries during the week.

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still limited at practice Williams (calf) was able to log another limited practice Thursday.

Impact The 29-year-old practiced for the second day in a row, raising his chances to play in Week 14 against the Packers. Williams has been inactive since Week 8; if he's able to go Sunday, he will likely operate as the team's third option at running back behind David Montgomery (shoulder) and Khalil Herbert.

DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Limited participant in practice Williams (calf) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday.

Impact The limited showing amounts to progress for Williams, who hasn't played since Week 8 while dealing with different lower leg issues. If available for this Sunday's matchup against the Packers, Williams should likely operate as the team's third option at running back behind David Montgomery and Khalil Herbert.

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bears to go with Andy Dalton as QB starter against Cardinals

Chicago Bears coach Matt Nagy sees quarterback Justin Fields' broken ribs improving but not enough to play against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday

DECEMBER 3, 2021 • Associated Press

Ruled out against Arizona Williams (calf) won't play in Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

Impact Williams hasn't seen the field since Week 8. Khalil Herbert will continue to back up David Montgomery against Arizona, with Ryan Nall on hand for additional depth. A Week 14 trip to Green Bay will provide Williams' next opportunity to make his return.

DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still absent Thursday Williams (calf) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice.

Impact Williams has been unable to play since Week 8 while dealing with the calf injury and appears unlikely to be active for the Bears' Week 13 contest versus the Cardinals. Khalil Herbert will continue to operate as the top backup option behind David Montgomery in the Chicago backfield.

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains unable to practice Williams (calf) didn't practice Wednesday.

Impact On the bright side, Williams is now listed with only a calf injury after previously having a knee injury. He's looking to put an end to a three-game absence Sunday against Arizona, but Williams will likely need to practice in some capacity Thursday or Friday to have a legitimate chance at playing.

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Misery has company in the Motor City in Bears-Lions matchup

The winless Detroit Lions will kick off the NFL’s schedule of games on Thanksgiving as usual and their guests have plenty of problems of their own for a change

NOVEMBER 24, 2021 • Associated Press

Won't play Thursday Williams (calf) has been ruled out for the Bears' game against the Lions on Thursday.

Impact Williams has been unable to practice all week and will miss his third straight game. The loss of the seven-year pro has been cushioned by the return of David Montgomery (knee) from IR in Week 9, who stepped right back into a lead role, playing 84 and 95 percent of the snaps in his last two games. Behind Montgomery the Bears still have sixth-round rookie Khalil Herbert, who has had to play a significant role in the team's run game multiple times this season. Williams will thus target a potential return in Week 13 against the Cardinals.

NOVEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still out for Tuesday's practice Williams (calf/knee) was out again for Tuesday's walkthrough.

Impact Williams was estimated as a nonparticipant at Tuesday's walkthrough, his second straight DNP to open the week. With the Bears playing the Lions on Thursday, it seems unlikely he will be able to play. David Montgomery will handle the lead back role while Khalil Herbert will likely operate as the primary backup in Week 12.

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out Monday Williams (calf/knee) was a non-participant at Monday's walkthrough.

Impact Williams was inactive for Sunday's loss to the Ravens, his second consecutive absence, and he was unable to take the field one day later. The 29-year-old will need to make some progress in his recovery over the next couple days to have a chance of suiting up Thursday at Detroit.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up Sunday Williams (calf/knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Ravens.

Impact After putting in a pair of full practices to close out Week 11 prep, Williams looked to have moved past his left knee injury, but a newer calf concern looks to be at the root of why the Bears downgraded him to doubtful Saturday. With Williams sidelined for the third time in the Bears' last five games, Khalil Herbert will operate as the clear No. 2 option out of the backfield behind starter David Montgomery.

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Now doubtful for Sunday The Bears downgraded Williams to doubtful for Sunday's game against the Ravens due to a calf injury, Larry Mayer of the team's official site reports.

Impact Williams injured his left knee Week 8 against the 49ers and missed the Bears' last game on Nov. 8 at Pittsburgh. Following Chicago's Week 10 bye, he returned to practice Wednesday as a limited participant, but he upgraded to full Thursday and remained as such to cap Week 11 prep. With his downgrade Saturday, Williams appears as if he'll be among the Bears' inactives when the list is released about 90 minutes before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. In the event that happens, Khalil Herbert and Ryan Nall will be the RB options behind starter David Montgomery.

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back to full practice Williams (knee) practiced in full Thursday.

Impact After taking a seat in the Bears' last contest Week 9 at Pittsburgh as he tended to a knee injury, Williams came out of the team's bye week with practice limitations Wednesday. However, they vanished one day later, clearing him for game action Sunday versus the Ravens. With David Montgomery back in the fold against the Steelers and Khalil Herbert also on the case, Williams' eventual snap and touch counts remain up in the air.

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gets back on practice field Williams (knee) was limited at Wednesday's practice.

Impact Williams sat out Week 6 as he was on the reserve/COVID-19 list, and he also missed Chicago's last game Week 9 in Pittsburgh due to a knee injury. The latter continues to impact his reps, but considering he didn't practice at all before his last absence, he appears to be getting healthier. Williams has two more chances to bump up to full before the Bears likely hand him a designation for Sunday's contest versus the Ravens.

NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE