Bears quarterbacks Caleb Williams, Case Keenum, and Tyson Bagent compete for starting role
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 8:20 PM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson stated that Caleb Williams, Case Keenum, and Tyson Bagent will compete for the starting quarterback position ahead of their game against the New York Jets on October 4. Williams is week to week with a hamstring injury, although Johnson noted he is improving. Against the Philadelphia Eagles on September 28, Keenum excelled in his first start since 2023, scoring three touchdowns in a 27-7 win. Johnson has not confirmed a starting quarterback yet but emphasized confidence in all three players' abilities.
- •Caleb Williams is week to week with a hamstring injury.
- •Case Keenum threw two touchdown passes in a win against the Eagles.
- •Tyson Bagent was previously in concussion protocol.
- •Johnson has not confirmed the starting quarterback for October 4.
- •All three quarterbacks are viewed positively by Johnson.
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