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NegativeUsageOct 27, 2026
Through Week 7, backup quarterback Tyson Bagent has been charged with 1 sack in the source's Sackwatch tally, a pass protection metric tracking sacks allowed.NegativeRoleOct 22, 2026
Bagent was charged with 1 sack allowed through six games in the Sackwatch tally, indicating a pass protection breakdown.NegativeRoleOct 16, 2026
Tyson Bagent's role and capabilities as the Bears quarterback were discussed with guest Brendan Sugrue, indicating ongoing evaluation of the QB position heading into Week 5 against Atlanta.NegativeDepth ChartOct 16, 2026
Tyson Bagent is explicitly ruled out by multiple analysts; the source states we don't need to see Bagent again unless it's for a ceremonial kneel-down. Josh reinforces this by stating Bagent is not a starter and the defense is not a unit that can stop the run and defend the pass at the same time, indicating the Bears need better QB play.NegativeProjectionOct 15, 2026
Bagent could have been dropped off the list after his performance against the Packers and Vikings, but thanks to his Jets performance, he remains on the list but drops a few spots.NegativeRoleOct 15, 2026
Bagent struggled to diagnose coverages and became increasingly skittish in the pocket despite 24.0% pressure rate and time to throw north of three seconds; accuracy and processing issues persisted even when Green Bay wasn't immediately disrupting the pocket. The film breakdown reveals systematic missed open receivers across nine play examples, including Luther Burden III with no defender within 5 yards, Kalif Raymond breaking open, and multiple checkdown hesitations that led to sacks and turnovers.NegativeBustOct 15, 2026
Bagent's adjusted game score of -10.20 is the lowest the source has graded in more than 200 NFL quarterback performances; even his unadjusted raw score of -7.05 ranks among the bottom five performances graded. He achieved this historic low in just 27 graded snaps, with a 29.6% Poor Play Rate, zero Big Plays, and only two snaps graded above "Average."NegativeProjectionOct 15, 2026
Bagent recorded a -0.41 EPA per dropback against Green Bay, a massive reversal from Week 4 when he ranked 11th at +0.22 EPA/dropback; his Week 5 mark fell to 26th of 30 qualifying quarterbacks. Two interceptions and costly sacks compounded the collapse, with just two plays graded above "Average" and zero "Great" or "Elite" plays to offset mistakes.NegativeProjectionOct 15, 2026
Bagent's True Passer Rating of 10.1 is an absolute disaster, the lowest mark recorded in any QB start graded in this series. His PFN Impact Score of 65.9 ranked 24th of 30 qualifying quarterbacks (75 is average, 90 is elite). The source notes that if Bagent had simply thrown every pass incomplete without an interception, his passer rating would still be 39.6—his actual 27.4 mark reflects how inefficient and turnover-prone the performance was.NegativeUsageOct 15, 2026
Bagent's poor play rate spiked to 29.6% (compared to 11.6% Week 4), with two turnover-worthy throws giving him five across two starts. He recorded zero big plays graded above 'Average,' with his best mark a 'Good' throw to Rome Odunze for 17 yards. No 'Great' or 'Elite' plays offset the mistakes, a stark contrast to Week 4 when he showed legitimate signs of development.PositiveUsageOct 15, 2026
Bagent's processing and accuracy metrics collapsed Week 5. His on-target throw rate fell from 83.3% season average to 60.0%; his completion percentage over expected (CPOE) dropped nearly 20 percentage points from +8.0% to -10.9%; his success rate fell from 61.1% in Week 4 to 40.0% against Green Bay. He attempted just five passes more than 10 yards downfield, completing one while two were intercepted. His EPA per dropback fell from +0.22 (11th) to -0.41 (26th of 30 qualifiers).NegativeRoleOct 15, 2026
Bagent was benched after three quarters by offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, who said Bagent never seemed to find a rhythm and that the second interception played a major role in the decision to make a change. This ended Bagent's opportunity for a second consecutive start with full week preparation.NegativeProjectionOct 15, 2026
Bagent's Week 5 performance against Green Bay was a dramatic reversal from Week 4 optimism. After completing 21 of 23 passes from a clean pocket for 202 yards against New York, he collapsed at Lambeau with 12 of 21 completions for 87 yards, zero touchdowns, and two interceptions, finishing with a 27.4 passer rating before being benched in the third quarter. His yards per attempt cratered from 7.9 to 4.1; the source notes this was the lowest adjusted game grade ever handed out in this film-breakdown series.NegativeRoleOct 15, 2026
Tyson Bagent is filling in as backup quarterback for the sidelined Caleb Williams, and head coach Ben Johnson explicitly noted that having Bagent standing in for Williams plays a significant role in the Bears offense's struggles. The offense has shown extreme inconsistency under Bagent, including a Week 5 collapse to just 246 total yards and 7 points, compared to the Week 1 dominant performance of 59 points and 552 total yards with Williams.NegativeUsageOct 14, 2026
Bagent blamed for 1 sack in the Sackwatch tally; on Sack 9 (2nd Quarter), he had a free blitzer from the right that was his responsibility pre-snap, saw the blitz, and had Luther Burden III on a quick in route, but failed to throw with anticipation and let the pressure collapse.NegativeProjectionOct 14, 2026
Bagent was fine in Soldier Field against the New York Jets, but playing the Packers in Lambeau is a different atmosphere, and Bagent was off his game in his sixth career start; the source suggests the Bears should have started the 38-year-old veteran Case Keenum in a divisional road game instead.NegativeProjectionOct 14, 2026
The source reviewed Bagent's film against the Packers and found it significantly worse than expected on second watch, describing it as 'truly awful tape.' While his Jets film was better than anticipated, the Packers performance suggests he may have lost confidence after an early interception and unraveled from there, raising concerns about his ability to execute in starting situations.NegativeProjectionOct 14, 2026
Bagent posted a 65.9 PFN grade (24th of 30 QBs) in Week 5 against Green Bay; his -0.41 EPA per dropback ranked No. 26 in the NFL, and his -10.9 completion percentage over expected ranked only No. 28 among 30 quarterbacks, reflecting poor efficiency and accuracy in the 31-7 loss.NegativeRoleOct 13, 2026
Bagent went 2-2 in games where Caleb Williams did not finish or did not play, which the source characterizes as exactly what you hope for from a backup QB. He and Case Keenum held down the position while Williams was out, fulfilling the backup role acceptably.NegativeRoleOct 13, 2026
The source characterizes Bagent's performance as objectively awful with no defensible aspects; he had time and open receivers but failed to execute the scheme, appearing lost and out of place. His weak arm requires him to operate within structure and quickly, but he hesitated throughout the game and got destroyed as a result. He can beat bad teams but cannot beat good teams.NegativeProjectionOct 13, 2026
The source declares that discourse around Bagent potentially becoming a QB1 has ended following his poor performance against Green Bay; he is definitively a QB2 with no path to QB1 status due to weak arm and inability to operate outside structure. The source notes that if the Bears had accepted a reported 4th-round trade offer for Bagent in the offseason, they should have taken it, as his trade value has now tanked.NegativeRoleOct 13, 2026
Tyson Bagent's expiration date as the Bears' backup QB appears to have arrived, per Mike Florio at PFT. His role and fantasy relevance are declining as Caleb Williams nears return, and the backup QB's performance has been limited by the struggling run game and overall offensive inconsistency.NegativeBustOct 13, 2026
While Bagent is a great story as an undrafted D-II quarterback who earned his opportunities, the source emphasizes this is a results-based business and the results aren't good; Bagent can be a decent backup but is not a starter.NegativeRoleOct 13, 2026
Windy City Gridiron critiques Tyson Bagent as a backup quarterback who is not NFL-starter caliber, despite his two-year, $10 million contract. Caleb Williams Windy City dismisses speculation that Bagent could be a starting QB for the Bears or trade asset, noting "four years of data suggesting Bagent might not even be a roster-worthy quarterback, let alone a guy worth $10 million or an NFL starter." Bagent's poor performance against Green Bay—including missed open receivers and interceptions—exemplifies the gap between backup-level play and winning quarterback play. The piece concludes that Bagent's performance proves there are "levels to this NFL stuff, and there's a difference between competing and winning."NegativeDepth ChartOct 13, 2026
Tyson Bagent is not the preferred backup option if Caleb Williams is unavailable; Case Keenum should start over him.NegativeRoleOct 12, 2026
Backup Tyson Bagent combined with Case Keenum for four turnovers and four sacks in yesterday's loss to Green Bay. Head coach Ben Johnson declined to commit to giving Bagent QB1 reps if Williams is limited, saying "We have three guys that can win games in this league" and "No determination has been made in terms of what direction we're going," leaving the backup QB role and potential starting opportunity ambiguous.NegativeRoleOct 12, 2026
Bagent, making just his sixth career start, performed poorly on the road at Lambeau Field. His inexperience showed throughout: he wasn't decisive, wasn't confident, and was late in his progressions. He seemed to be aiming the ball instead of letting it rip, and with below-average arm strength, he can't afford to take anything off his passes.NegativeProjectionOct 12, 2026
Tyson Bagent finished 12-for-21 (57.1%) with 87 passing yards, zero touchdowns, and two interceptions against Green Bay. The source states he made several throws into tight coverage or double-team situations and made baffling decisions. The analysis concludes: 'He's not one of the best 32 quarterbacks in the NFL. He is not a starting-caliber player.' In four years in the NFL, Bagent has three passing touchdowns and nine interceptions. While still a solid backup, Sunday's performance showed his actual level.NegativeRoleOct 12, 2026
Bagent made his second start in place of Caleb Williams and was benched in the fourth quarter of a 31-7 loss to the Packers; the source notes turnovers and performance issues contributed to the Bears' embarrassing defeat, with Bagent acknowledging accountability by saying 'It starts with me.'NegativeBustOct 11, 2026
Bagent delivered a poor performance throughout the game, looking bad from the start and worsening as the game progressed. He fell down on his own on third down, symbolizing the entire game's dysfunction. He threw three interceptions, including one into double coverage in the second quarter to Xavier McKinney, and another late in the game that essentially iced the contest. The source notes Bagent has a pattern of throwing late over the middle and giving up stupid interceptions when on the field, and starting him over Case Keenum seems hard to justify given his poor play last week as well.PositiveRoleOct 11, 2026
Tyson Bagent has been one of two backup quarterbacks to lead the Bears to wins during Caleb Williams' absence, demonstrating competence in the starting role and contributing to the Bears' 2-0 record in the interim period.NegativeRoleOct 10, 2026
The Bears will go with Tyson Bagent under center as the starting QB for Week 5 against Green Bay, with Caleb Williams sidelined by hamstring injury.NegativeRoleOct 10, 2026
Tyson Bagent is the primary starting QB candidate for the Bears vs Packers after taking the majority of first-team reps in practice, though head coach Ben Johnson's unpredictability creates uncertainty. Last week vs the Jets, Bagent was expected to start after prominent NFL insiders reported he took most first-team reps, but Johnson deployed Case Keenum to take the opening snap to obscure the plan after reports leaked. Johnson explained: 'Well, I got all these memos saying that Tyson was starting before I ever made an announcement, so I wanted to get Case out there. It was like his ceremonial first pitch out there. Handing off the torch.' Johnson said earlier in the week that Bagent would start against Green Bay, and he still may, but Caleb Williams' return to practice creates a competing scenario.NegativeRoleOct 9, 2026
Bagent is the presumed starter at QB for the Bears despite being a backup. He threw for 268 yards and 1 INT last week while leading the Bears to a steady victory against the Jets. His role uncertainty and recent performance are flagged as key factors in the game prediction, with the source noting that Bagent's start is one of the tricky elements in predicting this rivalry matchup.NegativeRoleOct 9, 2026
Tyson Bagent will start at quarterback for the Bears against Green Bay due to Caleb Williams' hamstring injury. The source identifies Bagent's ability to protect the football as the biggest swing factor in the game prediction; if he protects the ball, the source believes Chicago's defense and running game are enough to steal a one-score game at Lambeau Field.PositiveProjectionOct 9, 2026
Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent is looking to build on his performance against the Jets in the Week 5 matchup against the Packers; the source highlights Bagent's recent film breakdown and Week 4 QB grade as context for his upcoming performance against Green Bay's defense.NegativeMatchupOct 8, 2026
Bears backup QB faces a critical matchup against Packers safety Xavier McKinney, a ballhawking defender with 20 career interceptions who roams over the middle. The source warns Bagent must approach this game very carefully with his downfield passing; against the Jets, he went 7/10 on deep passes (10+ yards) but threw behind Colston Loveland on a crosser, gifting Minkah Fitzpatrick an interception. McKinney presents a similar threat to Fitzpatrick and has already recorded a comparable interception this season, making Bagent's deep ball placement and decision-making critical to avoiding turnovers.PositiveRoleOct 8, 2026
Bagent has been named 'the guy' by offensive coordinator Ben Johnson for Week 5 against the Packers, earning a second consecutive start and a full week of preparation knowing the offense is his. This is a significant opportunity: neither Case Keenum nor Bagent had received consecutive starts or full-week preparation in the previous two weeks. The source notes this will make next week's evaluation 'particularly interesting' as Bagent enters a divisional matchup where the Bears likely cannot afford three turnover-worthy throws in a half.NegativeProjectionOct 8, 2026
Bagent finished Week 4 with a game grade of -1.85, landing in the lower half of the 'Average' range; he ranked 5th of 5 quarterbacks graded in Week 4. The performance was a tale of two halves: all three turnover-worthy plays and the majority of negatively graded throws came before halftime (-2.35 first-half grade), while the second half was much cleaner with a positive 0.50 grade and no turnover-worthy, Poor, or Bad graded plays. The source notes legitimate signs of growth compared to 2023—Bagent operated the offense more comfortably, generally kept Chicago on schedule, and avoided compounding mistakes in the second half—but also highlights persistent limitations when pressure forced him off schedule.NegativeProjectionOct 8, 2026
Bagent finished Week 4 with game grades of 1st Half (-2.35) / 2nd Half (0.50) / Game (-1.85), landing in the lower half of the 'Average' range; the game was a tale of two halves, with all three turnover-worthy plays and the majority of negatively graded throws coming before halftime, dragging down what was otherwise a fairly efficient afternoon.PositiveProjectionOct 8, 2026
On a 37-yard completion to Rome Odunze on 3rd and 5 with under 30 seconds left in the half, Bagent threw an elite pass with anticipation, touch, and accuracy; he committed to the throw before Odunze created obvious separation, trusting the route and throwing into the space he was working toward, then layered the ball with excellent height to clear underneath coverage and placement ahead of the trailing defender.PositiveProjectionOct 8, 2026
On a 22-yard completion to Luther Burden, Bagent demonstrated elite anticipation and placement, trusting Burden's deep over route and committing to the throw while the trailing defender was still close; he placed the ball out in front along Burden's crossing path, keeping it beyond the defender's reach and allowing Burden to make a play after the catch.PositiveProjectionOct 8, 2026
Bagent demonstrated significant development from his 2023 tape in anticipation and touch; on a 20-yard completion to Luther Burden, he threw with anticipation over the middle, committing to the throw while Burden was still working through his break, showing timing and placement that cleared underneath coverage and allowed Burden to finish through contact.NegativeBustOct 8, 2026
Bagent recorded three turnover-worthy throws in Week 4, all coming in the first half and all graded as 'anticipation routes thrown late/behind'—a recurring concern since his 2023 starting stint; two additional throws were put into danger but did not receive turnover-worthy grades due to defensive holding and a free-play interception.PositiveProjectionOct 8, 2026
The Bears offensive line dominated the Jets, posting their lowest pressure rate allowed since Week 17 of the 2025 season against the 49ers (17.39%), with Bagent operating under pressure just 12.50% of the time.NegativeRoleOct 8, 2026
Bagent's time to throw was 2.48 seconds overall, but he was sometimes too quick; the source identified at least 6 plays where Bagent either had a man open downfield and did not throw to him, or moved off a deeper concept before it finished, dumping the ball off underneath instead.NegativeProjectionOct 8, 2026
Bagent posted an EPA per dropback of +0.22 in Week 4, ranking 11th among 32 qualifying quarterbacks; his success rate of 61.1% exceeded Case Keenum's Week 3 mark (51.4%), and his EPA/db outpaced Keenum's by 0.04 despite zero touchdown passes.NegativeRoleOct 8, 2026
The source identified at least 6 plays where Bagent moved off deeper concepts too quickly, overlooking open receivers downfield and dumping the ball underneath instead. One example showed Bagent and Luther Burden's body language reflecting this premature concept abandonment, with Bagent acknowledging the mistake shortly after. This pattern illustrates a limitation in Bagent's decision-making when given time to let plays develop, though the source notes this is correctable and that Ben Johnson and Bagent watch the same tape.NegativeProjectionOct 8, 2026
Bagent completed 25 of 34 attempts (73.5%) for 268 yards, 0 TDs, 1 INT, and an 84.0 passer rating in Week 4 against the Jets. The source notes he looked noticeably more comfortable operating the Bears offense than in 2023, with improved confidence in reading concepts and getting the ball out quickly. From a clean pocket, he completed 21 of 23 passes (91.3%) for 202 yards, performing 17.3 percentage points above expectation; under pressure, he was 4 of 11 for 66 yards with the interception. His True Passer Rating of 102.5 hovered around league average, his PFN Impact Score of 80.8 ranked 7th of 32 qualifying QBs, and his EPA per dropback of +0.22 ranked 11th—better than Case Keenum's Week 3 mark by 0.04 despite zero TDs. The source credits Ben Johnson's play-calling for keeping Bagent in favorable situations, allowing him to run the offense, stay on schedule, and avoid sacks while letting talent around him take over.NegativeMatchupOct 8, 2026
Tyson Bagent is expected to face a Green Bay defense that will likely sell out to stop the Bears' ground game; if Bagent can minimize turnovers and keep the ball out of harm's way, play-action opportunities will open up.PositiveUsageOct 8, 2026
Offensive coordinator Ben Johnson identified specific areas for improvement: Bagent needs to be more aggressive on second-level throws that were available but not taken, and should trust his pass catchers more to give them opportunities to make plays on the ball. Johnson stated, 'I have a lot of confidence in how our pass catchers are playing right now,' and encouraged Bagent to 'get the green light' to be more aggressive downfield. The focus heading into the Packers game is carrying over what worked against the Jets while making necessary adjustments.NegativeRoleOct 8, 2026
Bagent is set to start in place of Caleb Williams, who continues to work through a hamstring injury. This marks his second consecutive start as the Bears face the Packers in a divisional matchup.PositiveProjectionOct 8, 2026
Bagent completed 25 of 34 passes for 268 yards and one interception in his first start against the Jets, leading the Bears to a 23-12 victory. His performance showed why the Bears can feel confident moving forward with him, though there is room for improvement heading into a divisional matchup against the Packers. He posted a 75.1 Total QBR in Week 4, ranking fourth among quarterbacks that week.PositiveProjectionOct 7, 2026
Bagent graded 80.8 by Pro Football Network's Impact Scoring model, ranking 7th of 32 QBs in Week 4 vs. the Jets. He posted a +8.0 CPOE and led the league with a 61.1% success rate, leading the Bears to a 23-12 victory despite Case Keenum technically starting.PositiveRoleOct 7, 2026
Head coach Ben Johnson highlighted Tyson Bagent's controlled operation, good tempo in and out of the huddle, and confident play-calling execution in Week 4 vs. Jets, noting the team played with confidence because of how he conducted himself. Johnson also indicated he wants to challenge Bagent to pull the trigger on more downfield opportunities and take off when the opportunity arises, suggesting increased role complexity and decision-making authority.NegativeProjectionOct 7, 2026
Tyson Bagent averaged 5.8 air yards per attempt vs. Jets in Week 4, lower than Case Keenum's 6.4 against the Eagles and significantly lower than Caleb Williams' 10.4 in Week 1, reflecting head coach Ben Johnson's conservative play-calling despite dialing up a few more longer-developing plays than in Week 3. Johnson praised Bagent's operation control, tempo, and efficiency but noted he put the ball in jeopardy too much with turnovers and red zone struggles.NegativeProjectionOct 7, 2026
Despite winning with 73.5% completion efficiency, Bagent faces criticism from fans and pundits who believe he should be benched; the source cites arm-strength limitations on over-the-middle throws as a concern, though coaches believe in him and he will start again this weekend. The source expresses reduced comfort with Bagent compared to two months prior.PositiveProjectionOct 7, 2026
The source evaluates quarterback Tyson Bagent's performance as 'excellent,' noting that while he threw one interception and was 'bailed out on another by penalty,' he 'played on time and threw catchable passes.' The source contextualizes Bagent's capability: with the Bears' offensive infrastructure, he is 'good enough to beat bad teams and keep the Bears competitive against mediocre ones,' but the source is uncertain whether he can beat good teams, with the upcoming Packers matchup as a test case.PositiveRoleOct 7, 2026
Ben Johnson has named Tyson Bagent the starter for the upcoming game against Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers, settling the fan debate over whether Bagent or Case Keenum should start.NegativeProjectionOct 7, 2026
Bagent started for Caleb Williams and threw four interceptions, though only one counted as a result of Jets penalties. The source notes that flags wiped three Jets interceptions (two of which would not have been interceptions but for the flags), indicating Bagent's performance was aided by penalty-driven reversals rather than clean play.PositiveUsageOct 7, 2026
Tyson Bagent enjoyed a thorough domination of the Jets in Week 4 as a third-string quarterback, demonstrating the Bears' offensive firepower independent of starter health. His success, paired with Case Keenum's Week 3 victory over the Eagles, validates Ben Johnson's coaching and the elite run game, which ranks first in the NFL with 785 total yards through four games.PositiveRoleOct 7, 2026
Backup QB delivered a strong performance in the Bears' dominant 23-17 win over the Jets, where the Bears dominated on both sides of the ball and had more first downs than the Jets ran plays. The source credits Bagent's play alongside elite playcalling and an elite offensive line as key factors in the offensive dominance, though emphasizes that Ben Johnson's playcalling is doing this 'with a backup quarterback,' suggesting the offense's success is scheme-driven rather than QB-dependent.NegativeRoleOct 6, 2026
Named starter by Bears head coach Ben Johnson with Caleb Williams sidelined by hamstring injury. Bagent has five career starts, two on the road, with zero wins in road games; both road starts came in 2023 as a rookie under Matt Eberflus when the Bears were struggling. Playing on the road presents a different challenge for an NFL quarterback, and Bagent's early road performance is a concern heading into the Packers matchup.PositiveRoleOct 6, 2026
Bears QB who has won back-to-back games with Ben Johnson's offense, sparking debate about whether Johnson could also win with more talented alternatives like Justin Fields or Mitchell Trubisky; Bagent's success demonstrates Johnson's system can work with less heralded quarterbacks.NegativeRoleOct 6, 2026
Bagent will start Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers after waiting a couple of years between starts; this is his opportunity to play against a division rival.NegativeProjectionOct 5, 2026
The Bears' number two QB threw an interception and made a couple of poor decisions that will likely be highlighted in film review, but overall delivered a solid performance in the win over the Jets despite the turnover and decision-making lapses.PositiveRoleOct 5, 2026
Tyson Bagent will get the start at quarterback for the Bears against the Green Bay Packers due to Caleb Williams' week-to-week hamstring injury.NegativeProjectionOct 5, 2026
Backup quarterback finished 25-of-34 (73.5%) for 268 passing yards, 7.9 yards-per-attempt, and one interception against the Jets. However, the source emphasizes that box-score numbers mask significant concerns. Bagent's lack of arm strength creates a thin margin for error; he had three interceptions wiped out by penalties (one on a free play) and several other close throws that could have gone the other way. On the positive side, when accurate and on time, Bagent was responsible for multiple big plays downfield; his protection was fantastic and his footwork and mechanics looked good. The source notes that Bagent and Case Keenum play similarly—both require good protection, on-time play, and above-average accuracy due to limited arm strength. Ben Johnson is 2-0 in games started with backups, but the source questions whether veteran Keenum might give the Bears a better chance in a big road game against Green Bay.NegativeProjectionOct 5, 2026
Bagent's first start in over a thousand days (fifth career start) showed mixed decision-making: he was lucky not to throw multiple interceptions, with two could-have-been picks negated by defensive penalties and one actual interception on a late/behind throw. However, he demonstrated positive moments including nice progressions on the seam throw to Rome Odunze before halftime, a veteran free-play deep shot, solid cadence work, and good timing on screens. The source frames this as a learning experience for both Bagent and the Bears.PositiveProjectionOct 5, 2026
Bagent completed 73.5% of his passing attempts for 268 yards in Week 4 victory over Jets, completing 7 of 10 deep passes (10+ air yards); the source notes he was 'perfectly serviceable' and 'tested with more opportunities to move the ball down the field' than Case Keenum in Week 3, though he threw 1 interception and 0 passing touchdowns. Backup-caliber performance but effective within Ben Johnson's offense.PositiveRoleOct 5, 2026
Tyson Bagent led the Bears to a dominant 23-12 victory over the Jets, with the offense controlling the game and the Bears recording 34 first downs while limiting the Jets to 32 total plays.NegativeRoleOct 5, 2026
Tyson Bagent will get his second consecutive start for the Bears in Week 5 against Green Bay. In his previous start, Bagent went 25 of 34 (73.5%) for 268 yards, 1 interception, and an 83.9 passer rating. The source notes that technically Bagent didn't take the first QB-center exchange, so he doesn't receive official starting QB credit, but he started the game.PositiveRoleOct 4, 2026
Bagent managed the game efficiently in place of injured Caleb Williams, demonstrating he can run Ben Johnson's efficient and forward-thinking offense; he illustrated good recognition on free plays, channeling early career Aaron Rodgers by recognizing when the defense jumped offside and throwing it up for a first down on fourth-and-1 from the Jets' 30.NegativeRoleOct 4, 2026
Speculation exists that Tyson Bagent could regain the backup role and move into a starting position, but nothing has been confirmed; his path to starting is uncertain following Case Keenum's solid Monday night performance against the Eagles.NegativeRoleOct 4, 2026
Tyson Bagent is set to make his first start since 2023 for the Bears against the Jets. If Bagent wins, it will be the first time the Bears have had three different quarterbacks win a game in the same season since 2021. This marks a significant role opportunity for Bagent in a matchup where the Bears are 3.5-point favorites.NegativeRoleOct 3, 2026
Tyson Bagent is back from concussion protocol and is the consensus choice to return as the Bears' starting QB, though the team has not officially named a starter. Multiple analysts expect the offense to continue functioning efficiently regardless of whether Bagent or Keenum starts, with Ben Johnson's scheme proving adaptable to different QB talent levels.NegativeProjectionOct 3, 2026
FanDuel Sportsbook props for Tyson Bagent vs. Jets: passing yards over/under 199.5 (-114); over 1.5 passing touchdowns at +136; under 1.5 TDs at -182; over 250 passing yards at +250. Case Keenum put up 247 yards last week on Monday night, providing a benchmark for Bagent's expected output.PositiveRoleOct 3, 2026
Tyson Bagent took the majority of first-team reps at practice this week and is expected to start for the Chicago Bears against the New York Jets on Sunday, per Ian Rapoport. While Ben Johnson has not officially named a starter, all signs point to Bagent getting the start. The source notes Bagent plays with the poise of a much more experienced player despite only 4 NFL starts, and the Bears gave him a contract extension, indicating Ben Johnson's confidence in him.NegativeRoleOct 2, 2026
Tyson Bagent is in consideration for the starting quarterback role due to Caleb Williams' hamstring injury; head coach Ben Johnson said the coaching staff has been split on the decision between Bagent and Case Keenum, and both backup quarterbacks are well prepared to play and win a game.NegativeMatchupOct 2, 2026
If Tyson Bagent starts at quarterback for the Bears, the Jets are favored to win the matchup; Macgregor Wells MacGregor Wells projects Jets 20, Bears 17 in a Bagent start scenario, suggesting the Bears' QB situation is a key variable in the game outcome.