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Caleb Williams' Hand Cast Mystery Solved

Originally posted on On Tap Sports Net | By Tony Marchese | Last updated Jan 19, 2025 6:41 PM ET

Chicago Bears' quarterback Caleb Williams, despite being wrapped in a mystery that had fans on edge, faces nothing more than a brief recovery period following a minor surgical procedure. Concerns flared when Williams was spotted with his right hand in a cast during a USC basketball game. The sight fueled speculation and concern across social platforms and fan forums, wondering about the severity of the situation.

Former @uscfb QB (and current @ChicagoBears QB) Caleb Williams is here for the Wisconsin/USC showdown #B1GMBBall on @BigTenNetwork pic.twitter.com/7IawhgMYyi
— Big Ten Network (@BigTenNetwork) January 18, 2025

Fresh off an inaugural season where the first-overall pick of 2024 was sacked a staggering 68 times, Williams' resilience and durability were already topics of admiration among the Bears faithful. Throughout the physically taxing season, Williams managed to throw for 3,541 yards and 20 touchdowns and was intercepted only six times, showcasing his promising talent and commitment to Chicago's future.

The reassuring words of NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport quelled the anxiety swirling around the future star quarterback.

"Caleb Williams had a cyst removed. He's fine," Rapoport confirmed on his X feed, putting to rest any fears of a serious injury or long rehabilitation ahead. This minor hiccup in Williams' offseason is nothing but a small obstacle in the grand scheme of his potentially illustrious career with the Bears.

#Bears QB Caleb Williams had a cyst removed, which is why he’s wearing the cast on his hand. It’s minor, he’s fine. https://t.co/DAyuhtwdtD
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 18, 2025

Williams' presence at the USC game, despite being a silent testament to his recovery, was a head-turner, not just for the cast on his hand but also for his new haircut.

This article first appeared on On Tap Sports Net and was syndicated with permission.

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