Tyson Bagent in concussion protocol; Case Keenum to start for Bears

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Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Tyson Bagent in concussion protocol; Case Keenum to start for Bears
Summary

Chicago quarterback Tyson Bagent has been diagnosed with a concussion and is now in the league's concussion protocol. With starter Caleb Williams dealing with a week-to-week hamstring injury, Case Keenum is expected to start against the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday night. Bagent entered the game during the fourth quarter of Sunday's loss to the Vikings, where he passed for 54 yards on 5-of-9 attempts. Keenum, who has not played since 2023, has a career total of 80 games played with 66 starts. The Bears will release their first injury report of Week 3 on Thursday.

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  • Tyson Bagent placed in concussion protocol on September 22.
  • Caleb Williams is week-to-week with a hamstring injury.
  • Case Keenum expected to start against the Eagles.
  • Bagent played in a loss to the Vikings, passing for 54 yards.
  • Bears' injury report for Week 3 due Thursday.
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  • 6:22 PMYahoo SportsTyson Bagent placed in concussion protocol, putting Case Keenum in line to start Week 3
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Chicago is dealing with multiple injuries at quarterback. The club will play Philadelphia on Monday night.

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