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Newer update on Tyson Bagent: Caleb Williams throws TD to Colston Loveland on opening drive in Week 6 return

Tyson Bagent Expected to Start for Bears vs. Jets in Week 4

Bagent has taken first-team reps, but Chicago hasn't officially named a starter.

By Cole Hartwell

Tyson Bagent is expected to start at quarterback for the Bears against the Jets on Sunday, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Chicago has not officially announced a starter, with head coach Ben Johnson yet to reveal the plan. Case Keenum, who played well in Week 3, would move back to the bench.

What happened

Bagent has taken the majority of first-team reps in practice this week, per Rapoport. The Bears are deciding between Bagent and Keenum because starter Caleb Williams remains out with a hamstring injury. Bagent cleared concussion protocol before Week 3, but Johnson went with Keenum, who then threw for 247 yards and two touchdowns in a win over the Eagles.

Context

Keenum’s performance did not change the depth chart, according to Johnson. “There was a reason why Tyson ended training camp as our No. 2 quarterback,” Johnson said, via Dan Wiederer of The Athletic. Keenum is listed as QB1 on the depth chart, but the Bears view Bagent as the top backup to Williams. Bagent received a two-year, $10 million extension in August 2025.

What’s next

The Bears face the Jets on Sunday. Johnson has not confirmed the starter, but Bagent is the likely choice given his first-team reps. Williams’ return timeline remains unclear.

🏈 Fantasy impact

Bagent is a low-end streamer in deep or superflex leagues for Week 4. The Jets’ defense is a tough matchup, and Bagent has limited NFL production with poor career numbers. Managers should avoid starting him in standard one-QB leagues. If Keenum is active but not starting, he carries no fantasy value. Keep an eye on official confirmation before lineups lock.

Quick answers

Is Tyson Bagent starting for the Bears in Week 4?

Bagent is expected to start after taking first-team reps, but the Bears haven't officially announced it.

Why is Case Keenum not starting after his strong Week 3 game?

The Bears view Bagent as the No. 2 quarterback, and Keenum's performance didn't change the depth chart, according to head coach Ben Johnson.

Sources

  1. Tyson Bagent: Expected to start Sunday (RotoWire)
  2. Bears QB Tyson Bagent Likely To Start In Week 4 (Pro Football Rumors)

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