Bears RB Montgomery back in the lineup against the Steelers
Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery is back in the lineup for their game against PittsburghNOVEMBER 9, 2021 • Associated Press
DAMIEN WILLIAMS
Out against Pittsburgh Williams (knee) will not play Monday against the Steelers.
Impact Williams failed to practice all week, which will culminate in his second missed game over the last four weeks. Rookie Khalil Herbert had already surpassed Williams as the clear-cut starter over the past two weeks, but the possible return of David Montgomery (knee) from injured reserve could complicate the backfield situation somewhat. More information regarding Montgomery's situation, and by default Herbert's, should arrive sometime in the afternoon Sunday.
NOVEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Idle for second straight practice Williams (knee) didn't participate in Friday's practice.
Impact He'll have one more chance this week to get back on the field in some capacity, but if Williams remains a non-participant in Saturday's session, he'll likely be ruled out in advance of Monday's game against the Steelers. If Williams isn't available Week 9, Khalil Herbert would represent the clear top option among the running backs currently on the 53-man roster, though David Montgomery (knee) resumed practicing this week and could have a chance to return from a four-game stint on injured reserve as soon as Monday.
NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Fields feeling more confident as other Bears return
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields is feeling a higher sense of confidence because of his own recent play and also because he has some missing pieces back: his coach, Matt Nag...NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • Associated Press
No practice Thursday Williams (knee) didn't practice Thursday.
Impact Williams hasn't been a huge beneficiary of David Montgomery's stint on injured reserve due to a sprained left knee, earning 21 carries for 66 yards and one touchdown and hauling in three of four targets for 23 yards in three appearances over the last four games. During the Bears' Week 8 loss to the 49ers, Williams exited early with a knee injury, and his lack of activity Thursday doesn't bode well for upcoming game action. If Montgomery, who was designated to return from IR on Thursday, is cleared to return Monday in Pittsburgh, a decision on Williams' availability may be made easier for coach Matt Nagy.
NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 9
Miami’s Tua Tagovailoa has earned a spot in an elite tierNOVEMBER 4, 2021 • Associated Press
Steelers look to keep Monday night dominance going vs Bears
The Pittsburgh Steelers will try to push their home winning streak on Monday nights to 20 when they host ChicagoNOVEMBER 4, 2021 • Associated Press
Weird situation for Nagy, familiar result for reeling Bears
Coach Matt Nagy called watching the Chicago Bears' game on TV “a really, really weird situation" for himNOVEMBER 1, 2021 • Associated Press
Saints lose Jameis Winston to "significant" knee injury
Jameis Winston and Sam Darnold got hurt running the ball and kicker Chris Boswell was injured throwing itNOVEMBER 1, 2021 • Associated Press
Hurts knee Sunday Williams exited Sunday's game against the 49ers with a left knee injury, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.
Impact Prior to the injury, Williams logged two carries for minus-three yards. In his absence, Khalil Herbert will continue to lead Chicago's Week 8 backfield.
OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Bears coach Matt Nagy to miss 49ers game because of COVID-19
Chicago Bears coach Matt Nagy will miss Sunday’s game against San Francisco because of the NFL’s COVID-19 protocolOCTOBER 30, 2021 • Associated Press
Bears try to find footing against struggling 49ers
The Chicago Bears enter their game against the struggling San Francisco 49ers at Soldier Field trying to steady themselves after back-to-back losses to teams with two of the game's...OCTOBER 28, 2021 • Associated Press
5 things to watch for when the Chicago Bears play the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, including Damien Williams being activated from the COVID-19 list and Akiem Hicks ruled out — plus our Week 7 predictions The Chicago Bears travel to Tampa, Fla., to take on Tom Brady and the defending Super Bowl champion Buccaneers on Sunday afternoon. Chicago...
OCTOBER 27, 2021 • DENVERPOST.COM
Bears coach Nagy says he has tested positive for COVID-19
Chicago Bears coach Matt Nagy says he has tested positive for COVID-19OCTOBER 25, 2021 • Associated Press
Posts eight yards in return Williams rushed three times for five yards and caught one pass for three yards in the Bears' 38-3 loss to the Buccaneers on Sunday.
Impact In his return to action after being activated from the COVID-19 list the day before the game, Williams took a backseat to lead back Khalil Herbert. After posting a pair of performances with at least 70 yards before missing the Week 6 game, it's very likely that Williams has been passed on the depth chart by Herbert, and with David Montgomery (knee) on the mend, Williams may see his touch total squeezed significantly in the near future.
OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Fantasy Injury Updates: Latest news on Damien Williams, Antonio Gibson, Sony Michel, more RBs impacting Week 7 start 'em, sit 'em decisions Several important RBs, including Damien Williams, Antonio Gibson, Sony Michel, and D'Andre Swift, have questions heading into Week 7's Sunda...
OCTOBER 24, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Damien Williams Update is Great News for Bears Following a Week 6 loss, the Chicago Bears will attempt to get back into the win column when they pay a visit to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on...
OCTOBER 23, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM
Off reserve/COVID-19 list Williams (illness) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday and will be eligible to play in Sunday's contest against the Buccaneers.
Impact Williams needed to wait the mandatory 10-day period in order to be cleared off the reserve/COVID-19 list because he was not vaccinated, so it's somewhat surprising he was able to complete the turnaround so quickly. The veteran back enters a complicated situation after rookie Khalil Herbert thrived in the lead role last week, accumulating 112 total yards and a touchdown. Regardless of who ends up getting the majority of the workload, Sunday figures to be a difficult matchup with the immovable Buccaneers run defense on tap.
OCTOBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Kevin Fishbain: The Bears will get RB Damien Williams back... - The Athletic The Bears will get RB Damien Williams back tomorrow. He was activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list, the team announced. It’ll be a Williams...
OCTOBER 23, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Week 7 fantasy football rankings, projections and sleepers: Weekend update and best Halloween candy With six teams on bye, Jake Ciely's Week 7 rankings are the most important thing you'll ever read all week long. Good luck!
OCTOBER 23, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Bears place veteran tight end Jimmy Graham on COVID-19 list
The Chicago Bears placed veteran tight end Jimmy Graham on the reserve/COVID-19 list on FridayOCTOBER 22, 2021 • Associated Press
Status in limbo due to COVID protocols Williams (illness) is unvaccinated, meaning he won't be able to clear the NFL's COVID-19 protocols until Saturday at the earliest, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Impact Due to his status, Williams has a mandatory 10-day period in which he must remain away from the Bears. Only at that point will he be allowed to rejoin his teammates, if he's asymptomatic. He thus would seem very questionable to be available Sunday at Tampa Bay, which would allow Khalil Herbert to lead Chicago's backfield again.
OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 7
Ryan Tannehill and the Tennessee Titans are in a great spot against the Kansas City Chiefs, though he could have to play without tackle Taylor Lewan and possibly without receiver J...OCTOBER 21, 2021 • Associated Press
Fantasy Injury Updates: Latest news on Damien Williams, Alex Collins, Dallas Goedert more impacting late Week 7 start-sit decisions Damien Williams, Alex Collins, Dallas Goedert, and Rob Gronkowski are dealing with injuries that will likely keep them out or leave them
OCTOBER 21, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Remains on COVID list Bears head coach Matt Nagy said Wednesday that Williams (illness) remains on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Jeff Dickerson of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Williams tested positive for COVID-19 ahead of Chicago's loss to the Packers in Week 6 and was forced to miss the contest as a result. He will need to fully clear the league's health and safety protocols before returning to team facilities, so Williams isn't a lock to be back in action for Sunday's road game against the Buccaneers. If Williams were to miss another game, Khalil Herbert would inherit the lead role out of the backfield once more.
OCTOBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
