Overview
- Case Keenum started and led a 27-7 win on Monday, completing 24 of 34 passes for 247 yards, two passing touchdowns and a rushing score, which complicates the coaches' choice.
- Tyson Bagent was cleared from the NFL concussion protocol this week and multiple reporters say the organization is internally leaning toward him as the likely Week 4 starter.
- Caleb Williams remains sidelined with a hamstring strain expected to keep him out for several weeks, meaning the Bears must choose a short-term replacement.
- Coach Ben Johnson said the staff has made a direction but will not publicly name the starter, a move he frames as both roster management and a competitive tactic to make opponents prepare broadly.
- The decision highlights Chicago's investment in depth — a young backup on a new contract, a veteran emergency starter and careful handling of Williams' rehab — and could force the Jets to split practice plans and game preparation this week.