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Case Keenum resumes career with Bears after near retirement

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 3:32 PM

Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Case Keenum resumes career with Bears after near retirement
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Case Keenum, the veteran quarterback, was ready to retire after spending the entire 2024 season on the Texans' injured reserve list due to a foot injury. However, after a call from new Bears head coach Ben Johnson, Keenum signed with Chicago, reigniting his passion for football. He expressed excitement about his future with the team, emphasizing his connection with Johnson and the positive atmosphere within the Bears' quarterback room. Keenum made his debut with the Bears, contributing to a successful outing against the Eagles, and remains enthusiastic about his return to the field.

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  • •Keenum previously played for the Texans before joining the Bears.
  • •Ben Johnson called Keenum to offer him a chance to return to football.
  • •Keenum expressed gratitude for Johnson's support in resuming his career.
  • •He made his first appearance for the Bears against the Eagles.
  • •The Bears aim to strengthen their quarterback situation this season.
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  • 3:32 PMYahoo Sports — Case Keenum was ready to quit playing football until Ben Johnson called
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Case Keenum spent the entire 2024 season on the Texans' injured reserve list with a foot injury, and when his contract expired at the end of that year, he figured his football career had come to an end.

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