Tyson Bagent in concussion protocol ahead of Bears-Eagles matchup
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 6:49 PM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Chicago Bears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent is in the NFL's concussion protocol as of Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Bagent's condition follows a concussion diagnosis, which leaves the team adjusting for their upcoming game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday night. Bears starting quarterback Caleb Williams is also uncertain due to a hamstring injury, with reports indicating he could be out for two to three weeks. Coach Ben Johnson remains cautiously optimistic about Williams' recovery, labeling his situation as week to week.
- •Tyson Bagent diagnosed with a concussion on September 22.
- •Caleb Williams also uncertain for Monday night against the Eagles.
- •Coach Ben Johnson says Williams' injury is week to week.
- •Bears are focusing on adjustments in their quarterback lineup.
- 7:41 PMESPN — Sources: Bagent has concussion leaving Bears' QB situation muddled
- 6:22 PMYahoo Sports — Chicago Bears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent in NFL's concussion protocol, sources tell ESPN
"Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent is dealing with a concussion and is in the NFL's concussion protocol, sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport on Tuesday.
"Chicago Bears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent is dealing with a concussion and is in the NFL's concussion protocol, sources told ESPN Tuesday.
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External links- ESPNSep 22, 2026, 7:41 PMSources: Bagent has concussion leaving Bears' QB situation muddled
Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent is dealing with a concussion and is in the NFL's concussion protocol, sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport on Tuesday.
- Yahoo SportsSep 22, 2026, 6:22 PMChicago Bears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent in NFL's concussion protocol, sources tell ESPN
Chicago Bears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent is dealing with a concussion and is in the NFL's concussion protocol, sources told ESPN Tuesday.
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