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Case Keenum starts at quarterback for the Bears before Tyson Bagent takes over after 1 play

Tyson Bagent took over after one play as Chicago adjusted again at quarterback following Caleb Williams’ hamstring injury.

  • On Sunday, Oct. 4, Chicago Bears quarterback Case Keenum started against the New York Jets but was replaced by Tyson Bagent after one play.
  • Bears coach Ben Johnson has been rotating quarterbacks since Caleb Williams sustained a right hamstring injury during the team's 9-3 loss to Minnesota on Sept. 20.
  • Keenum handed off to running back Andre Swift for a 2-yard gain on the first play; Bagent then completed passes for 62 yards on the ensuing drive.
  • Coach Johnson defended the rotation, saying, "I feel really good about all three quarterbacks in that room," and stressed all three can win games.
  • Keenum recently led the Bears to a 27-7 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles, while Bagent signed a two-year contract extension in August 2025.
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Case Keenum starts at quarterback for the Bears before Tyson Bagent takes over after 1 play

CHICAGO (AP) — Case Keenum started at quarterback for the Chicago Bears on Sunday but was replaced by Tyson Bagent after one play.

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Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer broke the news on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
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