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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 Named Bears Starter for Week 5 vs. Packers

Bagent gets the nod for a second straight week as Caleb Williams continues his hamstring rehab.

By Cole Hartwell
Caleb Williams
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The Chicago Bears will again turn to Tyson Bagent at quarterback for their Week 5 matchup against the Green Bay Packers. Head coach Ben Johnson made the announcement on Monday during his weekly radio appearance on WMVP-AM 1000, confirming that Bagent will be under center at Lambeau Field.

What happened

Johnson stated that Bagent would be “the guy” this Sunday, as reported by the Chicago Tribune. This marks a shift from last week, when the Bears kept their starting quarterback decision unclear until game day against the New York Jets. In that contest, Case Keenum took the opening snap with Bagent also on the field, but Bagent handled all subsequent snaps.

Caleb Williams, the usual starter, continues to deal with a hamstring injury and will not practice this week, according to multiple reports. The Bears have not provided a timeline for Williams’ return.

Context

Bagent, 26, is in his third NFL season and has seen limited action in 2026. In Week 2, he played 14% of snaps and recorded 54 passing yards for 2.2 PPR points. Last week against the Jets, Bagent helped lead the Bears to a 23-12 victory, his first extended action of the season.

Chicago’s offense has continued to produce in recent weeks despite the quarterback uncertainty, according to AtoZ Sports. The Bears now face a key divisional opponent in Green Bay, with Bagent getting the chance to build on his performance.

What’s next

The Bears will practice this week without Williams, and all signs point to Bagent taking first-team reps as the starter. Kickoff against the Packers is scheduled for Sunday at Lambeau Field. No decision has been announced for Week 6 and beyond.

🏈 Fantasy impact

Bagent is a low-end QB2 in fantasy for Week 5. He showed competence in relief against the Jets and has the benefit of a full week of practice with the starters. However, the Packers defense presents a tougher test, and Bagent’s limited track record caps his ceiling. He’s worth a roster spot in superflex or 2QB leagues only. For managers of Bears pass-catchers, Bagent’s conservative style may cap the upside of deep threats, but DJ Moore and Cole Kmet could see safe target volume. Williams should remain stashed in all formats, as his return timeline remains unclear, but his absence could extend if the hamstring lingers.

Quick answers

Is Caleb Williams out for Week 5?

Yes, Caleb Williams will not practice this week with a hamstring injury and is not expected to play against the Packers.

Who is the Bears' starting quarterback for Week 5?

Tyson Bagent will start for the Chicago Bears against the Green Bay Packers in Week 5, according to head coach Ben Johnson.

Sources

  1. Player data (Sleeper)
  2. The Bear’s Den: Bagent to start against Green Bay Packers, more news (Yahoo Sports)

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