India, Oct. 18 -- Caleb Williams is expected to return to the Chicago Bears' starting lineup against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, October 18, after missing three games with a right hamstring injury.

But the biggest question is not simply whether Chicago's quarterback plays. It is whether he can run, escape pressure and extend plays without putting his recovery at risk.

Williams was listed as questionable despite completing a full week of practice.

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that the Bears planned to start him, although his final game status remains important.

He's back: The Bears are planning to start Caleb Williams after he missed the past three games due to a torn hamstring but went through a full...