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Bears Set to Start Tyson Bagent Over Case Keenum, Insiders Say

Insider reports that Bagent took first‑team reps signal the team is sticking with its depth chart as Caleb Williams recovers from a multiweek hamstring injury.

An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith prepares to throw a pass against the Detroit Lions, Image 2 shows Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent (17) prepares to throw a pass
Sep 20, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) passes the ball during warmups before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Multiple reputable outlets reported Saturday that Tyson Bagent took the bulk of first‑team practice reps this week and is expected to start for the Chicago Bears against the New York Jets.
  • Caleb Williams was ruled out for a second straight game with a Grade 2 hamstring strain and is medically projected to miss several weeks, creating the vacancy at QB1.
  • Head coach Ben Johnson declined to officially name a starter and said the coaching staff is split on whether to ride Case Keenum’s momentum or return to the rostered backup.
  • Case Keenum started in Week 3 and delivered an efficient 24-of-34, 247-yard performance with two passing touchdowns and a rushing score in a 27-7 win over the Eagles.
  • The sequence — Bagent’s practice reps, Keenum’s surprise breakout and insider reporting ahead of any team release — highlights how practice work and media signals now shape roster news and short‑term quarterback planning.