Caleb Williams hasn't practiced all week, and while he hasn't technically been ruled out for the Chicago Bears' clash against the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday night, it's very unlikely he'll suit up. All week, signs have pointed to Case Keenum getting the start, as not only is Williams dealing with a hamstring injury, but backup Tyson Bagent entered concussion protocol immediately after the Bears' Week 2 loss to Minnesota. Now, just two days before the big primetime game, things have taken a major turn in Chicago.
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Bagent has officially cleared concussion protocol and practiced Saturday. That news alone doesn't necessarily guarantee he'll be the starter Monday night, but it certainly feels that way. More news: Top Analyst Thinks Josh Jacobs’ Packers Career is Over Head coach Ben Johnson has spent the last few days hyping up Keenum, saying he looks the best he ever has and that the team has full confidence in him stepping up as the starter.
But there's no getting around the fact that Bagent is the better option. He's younger, more mobile in the pocket, and has already shown an ability to take over and play well in big games. Now in his fourth season with the Bears, Bagent has thrown for 971 yards and three touchdowns with six interceptions, completing 65.8% of his passes, along with 109 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns.
He started four games for Chicago during his rookie season in 2023, after Justin Fields went down, and went 2-2 as the starter. More news: Giants Targeting These 6 QBs to Replace Jaxson Dart: Report More news: Matt LaFleur’s Future in Green Bay in Serious Doubt After Falcons Loss Bagent's first NFL start came that season in Week 7 against the Raiders, when he went 21 of 29 for 162 yards and one touchdown with zero interceptions, along with 24 rushing yards, leading the Bears to a commanding 30-12 win. Fans will be hoping for much of the same Monday night in Chicago, though the Eagles will be a much tougher test.
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