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Windy City Gridiron fantasy football takes on Tyson Bagent
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All Windy City Gridiron insights about Tyson Bagent
NegativeInjuryAug 22, 2026
Chicago's QB2 is out with a hamstring issue for preseason week two, affecting the Bears' quarterback depth chart and playing time distribution; his absence opens reps for Case Keenum and Miller Moss.NegativeInjuryAug 20, 2026
Bagent remained out of practice and is facing missing a big opportunity to showcase his talents in the preseason game against Cincinnati on Saturday, limiting his ability to compete for playing time or demonstrate readiness.NegativeInjuryAug 19, 2026
Did not practice today; listed among players absent from short practice session ahead of joint practice with Cincinnati Bengals.NegativeInjuryAug 19, 2026
Backup quarterback experienced hamstring discomfort during practice and did not participate in Tuesday's training session; he joins the growing list of Bears players dealing with injuries during the grueling preseason.NegativeInjuryAug 19, 2026
Tyson Bagent has a hamstring issue from Saturday and was not at practice, raising concern about his availability for upcoming games.NegativeProjectionAug 16, 2026
Tyson Bagent got the start and was 13 of 22 (59.1%) for 169 passing yards, with 1 touchdown, 1 interception, and a 79.5 passer rating in the preseason game.NegativeProjectionAug 15, 2026
QB2 completed 13-of-22 (59.1%) for 169 passing yards, 1 touchdown, and 1 interception with a 79.5 passer rating in the first half against Cleveland. The source notes he had some nice moments throwing to receivers Kaden Davis and Maurice Alexander but also threw a pick and had a couple of floaters, characterizing it overall as 'a fine performance by a fine QB2.'NegativeRoleAug 15, 2026
Tyson Bagent will start at quarterback for the Bears against Cleveland's number one defense in preseason action. In his last preseason appearance, Bagent went 20 of 28 for 212 yards, 3 touchdowns, and a 128.9 passer rating, leading the Bears to 19 fourth-quarter points in a 29-23 win over Kansas City. The source notes these reps against Cleveland's top defense will be important for Bagent's development, though he may not play long enough to accumulate 29 passes.NegativeRoleAug 15, 2026
Chicago's QB2 Tyson Bagent will get the start in the preseason game against the Browns, with the source noting he understands the value of these reps while Caleb Williams remains entrenched as the Bears' QB1.PositiveProjectionAug 14, 2026
The source projects Bagent will show significant improvement after a year of study under Bears coach Ben Johnson, expecting him to demonstrate he can be a legitimate starter in the NFL. Bagent was already a good backup; the source anticipates 'very good things' from his development under Johnson's guidance and expects him to prove starter-caliber capability.PositiveRoleAug 13, 2026
Starting QB for Saturday's preseason game against Cleveland Browns; head coach Ben Johnson confirmed Caleb Williams and offensive starters will not play. Bagent has performed well in previous preseason games, suggesting offensive continuity in his starts.PositiveUsageAug 9, 2026
Backup quarterback had strong moments in team drills, hitting Kaden Davis for a long touchdown at the end of practice with a well-placed ball. Also connected with Colston Loveland on a play during practice.PositiveRoleAug 4, 2026
Tyson Bagent had a good day running the second team offense in practice, per Josh Buckhalter of ClockerSports.PositiveRoleJul 31, 2026
Tyson Bagent had a solid performance running the offense during practice three, according to Josh Buckhalter of ClockerSports. This note provides context for the backup quarterback's development and offensive execution in training camp.NegativeDepth ChartJul 28, 2026
Bears QB2 depth chart status for 2026 season remains uncertain; source raises question of whether Bagent will retain backup role throughout the season.NegativeProjectionJul 27, 2026
Bagent has started 4 NFL games with a 2-2 record, posting 917 passing yards on 66.4% completion with 3 TDs to 6 INTs. All 6 interceptions occurred in his rookie year when filling in for injured Justin Fields. His best performance came in the 2025 preseason where he threw for 401 yards, 5 TDs, and 1 INT across three starts, generating positive chatter around his potential.NegativeRoleJul 27, 2026
With Caleb Williams positioned as the long-term starter in Chicago, Bagent's time with the Bears has an eventual expiration date. The source notes that given the current trend of former backups earning starting jobs and big contracts, Bagent's competitive spirit will likely lead him elsewhere sooner rather than later, suggesting his QB2 role in Chicago is temporary.PositiveValueJul 27, 2026
Bagent signed a two-year $10 million deal in 2025 and is entering his 4th season with the Bears as a steadfast backup. He is one of the few ascending backups in the league, with strong preseason performance (401 yards, 5 TDs, 1 INT in three starts in 2025) that has generated trade chatter. The source believes there is a very good chance he gets traded in 2026 for a nice draft package, as multiple playoff teams with injury-prone QBs and weak backup options (Denver, LA, Tampa) or teams evaluating QB futures (Arizona, NY Jets) may pursue him midseason.PositiveRoleJul 26, 2026
Tyson Bagent is the primary backup to Caleb Williams on a 2-year, $10 million deal signed last year, with free agency coming in 2028. Despite not taking meaningful reps since his rookie year, the source praises the quality tape he produced during each preseason and the coaching he's received from Ben Johnson and the Bears' offensive staff, suggesting this could position him for an even bigger payday when he hits free agency. In 2023 as a starter, he went 2-2 with 65.1% completion, 4 TDs (3 passing, 1 rushing), and 5 INTs over four games.PositiveProjectionJul 22, 2026
Ben Johnson is confident that Tyson Bagent would be able to perform better than most QB2s around the NFL if called upon, suggesting strong backup quarterback depth with Johnson's offensive system.