Overview
- The Bears fell 31-7 at Green Bay on Sunday when Tyson Bagent completed 12 of 21 passes for 87 yards with two interceptions and was benched in the fourth quarter for Case Keenum.
- Caleb Williams has been practicing on a limited basis, was seen warming up before the Packers game, and Johnson described him as 'on track' and 'close' to returning, possibly for Week 6 in Atlanta.
- Johnson said the coaching staff will review the Green Bay game and decide next week who will start if Williams isn’t cleared, leaving the Week 6 plan open and potentially a game-time decision.
- Bagent’s poor showing has raised doubts about his trade value and forced the Bears to weigh short-term roster needs against earlier interest from other teams in the backup quarterback.
- The loss underlined that Chicago’s offense functions best with Williams’ arm strength and mobility, meaning a quick resolution at quarterback is needed to restore play-calling balance and protect the running game.