Case Keenum Mentored C.J. Stroud for 2 Years. Now He’s Taking on Same Role for Caleb Williams with Chicago Bears.

Case Keenum mentored C.J. Stroud for 2 years. Now he’s taking on same role for Caleb Williams with Chicago Bears.

Case Keenum thought he might be done. The 37-year-old journeyman quarterback missed all of last season with the Houston Texans after suffering a foot injury during the preseason. He could see the writing on the wall. After 13 years in the NFL, it might finally be time to give it up. Then the Chicago Bears called. Keenum visited Halas Hall and met with first-year coach Ben Johnson. The meeting was scheduled for 15 minutes, but it felt like severa…

Why backup QB Case Keenum could become the Bears' secret weapon

Case Keenum left the University of Houston with more career passing yards than any quarterback in the history of college football.When he got to the NFL, though, there was so much he didn’t know — such as the difference between base defense and nickel and dime packages. Or even the fact that teams could flip their play calls based on which hash the ball was sitting on. In college, his Cougars simply ran plays right-handed.“It blew my mind,” he s…

Case Keenum Has Been Surprised By Caleb Williams' Attitude

Case Keenum knows the exact reason the Chicago Bears signed him. The veteran quarterback has been in this position multiple times in his career. They view him as a smart, experienced player who can serve as a strong backup and be a mentor and sounding board for a young high draft pick. Keenum already served that role in Cleveland (Baker Mayfield), Buffalo (Josh Allen), and Houston (C.J. Stroud). His next challenge was serving that purpose for Ca…