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NegativeInjurySep 22, 2026
Tyson Bagent is in the concussion protocol following the Vikings game. The injury likely occurred on Dallas Turner's game-ending sack in Week 2.NegativeInjurySep 22, 2026
Backup quarterback Tyson Bagent is dealing with a concussion and is in danger of missing Week 3 against the Philadelphia Eagles. If both Williams and Bagent are unable to play, the Bears would turn to veteran Case Keenum.NegativeInjurySep 22, 2026
Tyson Bagent has entered the NFL's concussion protocol; his availability is in question. He played 10 snaps on Sunday in relief of Caleb Williams and was sacked to end the game, though it's unclear when his concussion symptoms started.NegativeInjurySep 22, 2026
Backup quarterback Tyson Bagent has entered concussion protocol following a hard hit to the turf on the final play of the Bears' Week 2 loss to Minnesota, leaving Case Keenum as Chicago's potential starter for Week 3 vs. Philadelphia.NegativeInjurySep 22, 2026
Bagent came on in relief of the injured Williams but reportedly suffered a concussion that placed him in protocol Tuesday; that could leave Case Keenum as the starter under center when the Bears face the Eagles on Monday Night Football, though the additional day of preparation could give Bagent enough time to clear concussion protocol.NegativeInjurySep 22, 2026
Tyson Bagent, the backup quarterback in Chicago, has landed in the concussion protocol.NegativeInjurySep 22, 2026
Tyson Bagent is in the NFL's concussion protocol; if he isn't cleared in time, the Bears will be forced to start Case Keenum at quarterback against the Eagles.NegativeInjurySep 22, 2026
Bagent replaced Williams in the fourth quarter of the Vikings game but is now in concussion protocol. With an extra day to recover before Monday Night Football, the timeline might still rule him out for the Eagles game.NegativeInjurySep 22, 2026
Chicago Bears QB Tyson Bagent entered concussion protocol on Tuesday, Sept. 22, per NFL Media's Ian Rapoport. With both Bagent and Caleb Williams possibly missing Week 3, Case Keenum would be in line to start.NegativeInjurySep 22, 2026
Tyson Bagent has been diagnosed with a concussion and placed in the protocol after entering Sunday's game midway through the fourth quarter when Caleb Williams exited with a hamstring injury; Bagent completed 5-of-9 passes for 54 yards on 10 offensive snaps.NegativeInjurySep 22, 2026
Backup quarterback Tyson Bagent has a concussion and is in the NFL's concussion protocol as of Tuesday. Placement in concussion protocol on game week is generally not a good sign for a player's availability for an upcoming game against the Eagles on Monday.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Tyson Bagent will start for the Bears in place of injured Caleb Williams; he hasn't started a game since 2023, and the source notes the Bears seem optimistic about him despite this being a big test against the Eagles on Monday night.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Tyson Bagent is expected to start for the Bears against Philadelphia if Caleb Williams misses time; he did not look great against Minnesota in Week 2 (in rain), representing a significant downgrade for the Bears offense.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Chicago Bears offense has deteriorated from 'buzzsaw to rained out' and now starts backup quarterback Tyson Bagent in Week 3 against Philadelphia Eagles, making the team a weak offensive matchup.PositiveSleeperSep 22, 2026
PFT advises not to sleep on West Virginia native Tyson Bagent with the Bears, suggesting he warrants attention despite being overlooked.NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026
Bagent is the backup to Caleb Williams; oddsmakers value the difference between Williams and Bagent at approximately 4.1 points on the spread, with the Bears currently 3.5-point underdogs against the Eagles pending Williams' status update for Week 3.PositiveRoleSep 21, 2026
Fourth-year player who has appeared in 13 games and is 2-2 as a starter. Bears coach Ben Johnson expressed confidence in Bagent as a potential replacement for injured Caleb Williams, saying 'If it goes that route, I feel strongly about what he's capable of, and our team does, too. They know he's a darn good football player.'NegativeRoleSep 21, 2026
Tyson Bagent is Chicago's backup quarterback and will likely assume starting duties if Caleb Williams misses time with his hamstring injury. The Bears face the Eagles on Monday night in Week 3.NegativeRoleSep 21, 2026
If Caleb Williams is unable to play against the Eagles, backup quarterback Tyson Bagent would make his first start since the 2023 season, taking over the Bears' starting role for Monday Night Football.NegativeRoleSep 21, 2026
Tyson Bagent is expected to start at quarterback against the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football unless the Bears are 100% convinced Caleb Williams is healthy enough to play within one calendar week. Bagent becomes the likely starter in the near term due to Williams' hamstring injury.NegativeRoleSep 21, 2026
Tyson Bagent took over at quarterback for the Bears after Caleb Williams' injury and nearly led the team to a comeback victory against Minnesota, completing an 18-yard pass to Luther Burden and 21-yard play to Rome Odunze on the final drive before two incompletions and a sack ended the game.NegativeRoleSep 21, 2026
Bagent is the Bears' backup quarterback and replaced Williams in Week 2, completing 5 of 9 passes for 54 yards in Chicago's 9-3 loss to Minnesota. The 26-year-old undrafted free agent from Shepherd (2023) has started four games in his career with a 66.4% completion rate, 917 yards, three touchdowns and six interceptions. The Bears signed him to a two-year, $10 million extension in 2025 to be the long-term backup, and he will be elevated to the starting role if Williams misses time.NegativeMatchupSep 21, 2026
Bagent was pressured relentlessly by the Vikings' defense, with Brian Flores' unit all over him from start to finish. Dallas Turner recorded a game-clinching sack of Bagent, exemplifying the Bears' offensive struggles against Minnesota's dominant pass rush and disciplined secondary.PositiveRoleSep 21, 2026
Bagent performed well in limited duty on Sunday and the Bears have a high degree of confidence in him as a backup. If Caleb Williams cannot play against the Eagles on Monday Night Football, Bagent would take over as the starter.NegativeProjectionSep 21, 2026
The Bears' immediate playoff hopes will ride on how much head coach Ben Johnson can get out of Bagent. The offense is expected to become more of a 'quick strike' unit relying on quick, decisive reads and a strong run game, similar to what Johnson did in Detroit with Matthew Goff. This approach might help the offensive line get into a better rhythm, but the big-play aspects of the unit might be less consistent. Assuming Williams returns in the three-to-six-week window (middle point: three-to-four games), Bagent faces a tough schedule: vs. Eagles (2-0), vs. Jets (1-1), at Packers (1-1), at Falcons (0-2). Going .500 over four games might cut it for the playoffs; anything more will likely require a winning record.NegativeRoleSep 21, 2026
With Caleb Williams out for the foreseeable future, Tyson Bagent will take over as the Bears' starting quarterback. The team has loved him since he came in as an undrafted free agent from Shepherd, surviving through two head coaches and signing a two-year extension just over a year ago. Head coach Ben Johnson's vote of confidence in him should give Bears fans hope that with modifications to the offense, they can still win games. However, the stark difference in arm strength between Williams and Bagent will be extremely noticeable, though Bagent does have some mobility.NegativeProjectionSep 21, 2026
The source is trying to stay optimistic about Bagent keeping the Bears competitive if Williams is out, but respectfully notes that Bagent does not have the same physical attributes as Williams—attributes that have allowed Williams to make plays most other NFL quarterbacks cannot. While Chicago's offense might still be serviceable with Bagent at the helm, the source feels Sunday marked the beginning of the end for the 2026 season.NegativeRoleSep 21, 2026
Bagent may need to keep the Bears' offense afloat for a little while if Caleb Williams misses significant time with his knee injury.NegativeRoleSep 21, 2026
Fourth-year signal caller positioned as Bears' backup quarterback if Caleb Williams cannot play in Week 3. Bagent has limited recent regular-season experience—went 2-2 in four starts as undrafted rookie in 2023 with three passing touchdowns to six interceptions and 73.0 passer rating, though he added 23 rushing attempts for 109 yards and two touchdowns. Has earned Bears' confidence through preseason performance: 10 total touchdowns to two interceptions over past three summers. Source notes there are less inspiring backup options than Bagent.PositiveRoleSep 21, 2026
Bears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent entered the game after Caleb Williams' injury and led a late comeback attempt against Minnesota, though ultimately denied by the Vikings' defense. Head coach Ben Johnson indicated Bagent will likely be handed the starting role going forward. Teammates praised his preparation and readiness: defensive back Cam Lewis said the team is 'still in good hands' with Bagent, while wide receiver Kalif Raymond described him as 'a guy who puts in the work' and 'always going to be ready for the moment,' noting his work ethic in practice. Bagent is a former Division II standout and undrafted free agent.PositiveRoleSep 21, 2026
Tyson Bagent is the backup quarterback who would start if Caleb Williams cannot play against the Eagles. The source notes Bagent performed well in limited duty on Sunday and the Bears have a high degree of confidence in him. Bagent started four games as a rookie in 2023, winning two of them, and the new coaching staff led by Ben Johnson signed him to a two-year, $10 million extension.NegativeRoleSep 21, 2026
Bagent entered Week 2 as an emergency replacement for injured Caleb Williams in the fourth quarter. He failed to score on two consecutive plays after taking over, and the Vikings blocked the Bears' short field-goal attempt on his watch. The source notes he had one final chance to be a hero in the final minute-plus but was sacked on the game's final play, resulting in a shocking Vikings victory.PositiveRoleSep 20, 2026
Bagent replaced Williams as the Bears' backup quarterback and entered an emotional environment with the game in the balance. Head coach Ben Johnson has considered Bagent one of the best 32 quarterbacks in the league and therefore starter quality. Bagent led a two-minute drill into the red zone before being sacked on the game's final play. Teammates expressed confidence in his abilities: Odunze said Bagent is 'as ready as it gets' and ready each week for his opportunity; Loveland called him 'a heck of a player' and 'a baller' who 'really knows how to play quarterback'; Bradbury noted 'we have all the trust in him' and praised his ability to enter an emotional environment, saying 'He's been in that position before.'NegativeRoleSep 20, 2026
Bagent replaced the injured Caleb Williams late in the fourth quarter of the Bears' 9-3 loss to the Vikings. In the final seconds with the Bears at Minnesota's 12-yard line, Bagent was sacked, ending the game with a Vikings victory.NegativeRoleSep 20, 2026
Tyson Bagent came in as backup after Caleb Williams' injury and was unable to get the Bears in the end zone. He threw an incomplete pass with one second remaining and was sacked by Dallas Turner on the final play of the game.NegativeRoleSep 20, 2026
Tyson Bagent entered the game as backup quarterback after Caleb Williams' injury in Week 2 against Minnesota. Bagent made a solid effort in relief, driving the Bears down to the Minnesota 12-yard line before the offense stalled, but the Bears ultimately lost 9-3.NegativeRoleSep 20, 2026
Tyson Bagent replaced Caleb Williams in Week 2 after Williams' hamstring injury. Bagent has been with the Bears since going undrafted in 2023 and has started four career games, completing 66.4% of his passes for 917 yards (6.2 Y/A), three touchdowns and six interceptions.NegativeRoleSep 20, 2026
Bagent entered the game as backup quarterback after Caleb Williams' injury late in Week 2 against Minnesota. With the Bears offense positioned mere yards from the endzone, Bagent was unable to convert what would have been a touchdown, and the Bears failed to score despite the favorable field position.NegativeUsageSep 20, 2026
Bagent replaced an injured Caleb Williams in the fourth quarter; threw a couple of incompletions when the Vikings' defense got him in a goal-to-go situation; later completed a pair of passes to Luther Burden and found Rome Odunze to put the Bears into the red zone; threw a pass intended for Colston Loveland that was ruled incomplete on the final play before being sacked by Dallas Turner.NegativeRoleSep 20, 2026
Entered the game as backup quarterback after Caleb Williams' hamstring injury in the fourth quarter; nearly led a comeback but was sacked on fourth-and-2 from Minnesota's 12-yard line by Dallas Turner to end the game. Likely to start Week 3 against the Eagles with Williams' status uncertain.NegativeRoleSep 20, 2026
Tyson Bagent replaced Caleb Williams after the hamstring injury and failed to convert on second or third down in the critical fourth-quarter situation. He later led a last-gasp drive but was sacked on fourth down on the final play of the game, ending the Bears' comeback attempt.NegativeRoleSep 20, 2026
Tyson Bagent entered the game in the fourth quarter after Caleb Williams was ruled out with a hamstring injury, assuming the starting quarterback role for the Chicago Bears.NegativeRoleSep 20, 2026
Tyson Bagent entered the game to replace Caleb Williams in the second-and-goal situation after Williams' non-contact leg injury in the fourth quarter against the Vikings.NegativeRoleSep 20, 2026
Bagent entered the game as backup quarterback after Caleb Williams was carted off with a hamstring injury midway through the fourth quarter of Week 2 against the Minnesota Vikings.NegativeRoleSep 20, 2026
Bagent replaced Williams after the injury and took over at quarterback for the Bears. He went 5-of-9 for 54 yards in Williams' absence. Late in the game, Bagent got the Bears into scoring position with several huge passes in the final minute, including an 18-yarder to Luther Burden III and a 21-yard pass to Rome Odunze, but was sacked to end the game.NegativeInjurySep 12, 2026
Questionable for Sunday's game against Carolina Panthers with a back issue; did not practice all week, raising concerns about his availability as the Bears' QB2.NegativeInjurySep 12, 2026
Listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers with a back injury and expected to be inactive, creating uncertainty around the Bears' backup quarterback depth for their season opener.PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026
Declan Doyle notes that Ben Johnson loves Bagent, and therefore the league is intrigued by him; ranked 46th.NegativeInjurySep 11, 2026
Bagent is listed as questionable with a back injury and hasn't practiced all week; the source predicts he will be inactive and won't even dress, with Case Keenum serving as QB2 instead.NegativeInjurySep 11, 2026
Bears No. 2 quarterback Tyson Bagent is questionable with a back injury; his injury could mean Case Keenum will be the No. 2 quarterback behind Caleb Williams.NegativeInjurySep 10, 2026
Quarterback Tyson Bagent has not practiced at all this week due to a back injury. His status for Sunday's game against the Packers will be updated when injury designations are determined on Friday.NegativeInjurySep 10, 2026
Tyson Bagent did not practice Thursday, Sept. 10 due to a back injury in Week 1 preparation.NegativeInjurySep 9, 2026
Listed as DNP (did not practice) on the Bears' week 1 injury report with a back injury.NegativeInjurySep 9, 2026
Backup quarterback Tyson Bagent missed practice due to a back injury.PositiveProjectionAug 30, 2026
Backup quarterback played the entire first half and posted strong efficiency: 16 of 17 completions for 208 yards, 2 touchdowns, and a passer rating of 156.9, plus 2 runs for 21 yards; he was credited with a fumble on a bad exchange with rookie Zavion Thomas on a jet sweep.PositiveProjectionAug 30, 2026
QB started for the Bears against the Titans on Saturday after missing Week 2, playing the entire first half and dominating with 16-of-17 completions. Across two preseason games, Bagent combined for 30-for-40 passing (75.0% completion), 382 passing yards, three passing touchdowns, and one interception for a 119.0 passer rating. This marks the third consecutive year he finished with a passer rating above 100.0 in the preseason, demonstrating consistency when given an opportunity.NegativeRoleAug 30, 2026
Tyson Bagent is the quarterback throwing to Zavion Thomas in preseason action. Bagent acknowledged Thomas's elite speed as a key asset to the Bears' offense, saying 'Give Zavion a chance and then you're able to see that speed, which is a big reason why he's here.'PositiveProjectionAug 30, 2026
Bagent delivered a strong preseason performance in the first half against Tennessee, completing 16 of 17 passes for 208 yards, 2 touchdowns, and a passer rating of 156.9, plus 2 runs for 21 yards. The source notes he 'had a really nice game, showing exactly why the Bears signed him to a contract extension last year,' suggesting confidence in his role heading into the regular season.NegativeRoleAug 29, 2026
Tyson Bagent was warming up for the Chicago Bears in the Week 3 preseason game against the Tennessee Titans on August 29, 2026, indicating he was in the lineup for the contest.NegativeRoleAug 29, 2026
Bagent is the primary backup quarterback for the Bears in 2026. His hamstring status could dictate Week 1 active roster decisions, but he remains the clear QB2 behind Caleb Williams.NegativeRoleAug 27, 2026
Tyson Bagent is expected to see action for Chicago in the preseason finale against Tennessee, as the Bears hold out Caleb Williams.PositiveUsageAug 27, 2026
Tyson Bagent threw the day's best ball to Scotty Miller for a touchdown in the 7-on-7 red zone period.PositiveInjuryAug 26, 2026
Quarterback returned to practice after missing the previous week with a hamstring issue, signaling his recovery and readiness for the final preseason games.NegativeInjuryAug 22, 2026
Bagent, Chicago's QB2, is out with a hamstring issue for the preseason game against Cincinnati.NegativeInjuryAug 22, 2026
Tyson Bagent suffered a hamstring injury in Week 1 preseason and is week-to-week. Bears head coach Ben Johnson confirmed that Bagent did not travel to Cincinnati with the team for Week 2 preseason against the Bengals.PositiveProjectionAug 21, 2026
Bagent is a perennial preseason star with 887 passing yards and nine total TDs in his last eight preseason games; the Bears are 7-0-1 in the last eight preseason games he has played in, demonstrating consistent offensive production in the preseason setting.NegativeInjuryAug 20, 2026
Tyson Bagent missed practice time in Week 2 with a hamstring injury, limiting his availability for the Chicago Bears against the Bengals.PositiveProjectionAug 20, 2026
Tyson Bagent and Case Keenum diced the Cleveland Browns' defense for over 300 yards in Week 1, demonstrating the Browns' defensive vulnerability heading into Week 2.NegativeInjuryAug 20, 2026
Bagent remained out of practice Wednesday and is facing missing a significant opportunity to showcase his talents during the joint practice with Cincinnati and Saturday's preseason game, with Case Keenum and Miller Moss expected to see more playing time if Bagent is unable to go.NegativeInjuryAug 19, 2026
Bagent did not participate in Tuesday's practice due to hamstring discomfort, joining the growing list of Bears players dealing with injuries during the grueling preseason.NegativeInjuryAug 19, 2026
Tyson Bagent is sidelined with a hamstring injury sustained on Saturday and was not present at practice.NegativeProjectionAug 16, 2026
QB1 Tyson Bagent started and completed 13 of 22 passes (59.1%) for 169 yards, 1 touchdown, 1 interception, and a 79.5 passer rating in the preseason game against Cleveland.NegativeProjectionAug 15, 2026
Bagent completed 13-of-22 passes (59.1%) for 169 yards, 1 TD, and 1 INT with a 79.5 passer rating in the first half of the preseason game against Cleveland. The source characterized it as 'a fine performance by a fine QB2,' noting he had nice moments throwing to receivers but also threw a pick and had a couple of floaters.NegativeUsageAug 15, 2026
Bagent completed a 25-yard touchdown pass to Maurice Alexander and continued driving the Bears offense, though he was sacked by Julian Okwara and faced pressure throughout his possessions.NegativeProjectionAug 15, 2026
Bagent, fully established as the Bears' QB2 with some believing he might rival some NFL starters in terms of talent, had a mostly fine outing against the Browns. He stared down Browns rookie Michael Coats Jr. for an interception and missed a few other throws, but led two scoring drives and did what he needed to do.NegativeRoleAug 15, 2026
Backup Tyson Bagent is expected to drive Chicago's offense for multiple series in the preseason opener against the Browns, providing extended playing time for the Bears' backup quarterback.NegativeRoleAug 15, 2026
Bears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent would likely start and play approximately half of the preseason Week 1 game against the Browns, with Caleb Williams sitting out.NegativeRoleAug 15, 2026
Bagent, Chicago's QB2, will get the start in the preseason game against Cleveland, with the source noting he understands how valuable these reps will be with Caleb Williams entrenched as the QB1.PositiveBreakoutAug 14, 2026
Bagent has been a preseason star in Chicago; the Bears are 6-0-1 over his last seven preseason games, and he has thrown for 718 yards with eight total touchdowns, positioning him to put pressure on Cleveland's second- and third-string defense.PositiveUsageAug 13, 2026
Tyson Bagent ended Bears training camp practice with a deep touchdown pass to Kaden Davis, demonstrating effective downfield accuracy and offensive execution in preseason preparation.