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Bears QB Keenum gets official win despite one snap; Bagent to start vs. Packers

Case Keenum is officially credited with the Chicago Bears' Week 4 victory over the New York Jets despite playing only one snap, as the Elias Sports Bureau confirmed the starter is the quarterback who takes the first play. Coach Ben Johnson listed both Keenum and backup Tyson Bagent as starters, with Keenum taking the opening snap and Bagent playing the remaining 93. Bagent is now confirmed to start Week 5 against the Green Bay Packers, while Keenum returns to the backup role. The Bears won 23-12, extending their record to 3-1.

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sports3 days ago•2 min saved

Bears Extend Winning Streak to Three with 23-12 Victory Over Jets

The Chicago Bears defeated the New York Jets 23-12 at Soldier Field on October 4, 2026, marking their third consecutive victory. Head coach Ben Johnson praised the team's collective effort, while quarterback Tyson Bagent highlighted the 'all hands on deck' nature of the win. Running back Kyle Monangai delivered a standout performance, rushing for 150 yards and scoring two touchdowns.

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sports5 days ago•113 min saved

Bears’ Run-Focused Offense Powers 23-12 Win Over Jets

The Chicago Bears defeated the New York Jets 23-12 in Week 4, relying heavily on a run-heavy offense. Backup running back Kyle Monangai rushed for 146 yards and two touchdowns after starter D'Andre Swift exited early due to a knee injury. Head coach Ben Johnson emphasized the team’s patient development of its offensive identity.

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sports5 days ago•1 min saved

Bears coach Ben Johnson starts veteran Case Keenum in media-driven stunt

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson started veteran quarterback Case Keenum for the first play against the New York Jets as a direct response to media reports that backup Tyson Bagent would start. The Bears won 23-12, with Bagent playing the majority of the game. Johnson admitted the decision was a reaction to 'memos' about the starting lineup, calling it a 'ceremonial first pitch.'

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Bears' Swift exits after fumble, Monangai leads 23-12 win over Jets

Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift exited the Week 4 game against the New York Jets after a fumble, with backup Kyle Monangai taking over the backfield. The Bears won 23-12, with Monangai rushing for 146 yards and two touchdowns. Head coach Ben Johnson denied intentionally benching Swift, attributing the exit to a lingering knee injury. Swift had 15 rushes for 58 yards before leaving the game. The Bears' offense was heavily run-focused, with 49 rushing attempts. Swift's practice status for Week 5 against the Packers will be monitored closely.

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sports5 days ago

Bears Rotate QBs in Opening Drive as Bagent Returns to Start vs. Jets

The Chicago Bears will start backup quarterback Tyson Bagent against the New York Jets, with veteran Case Keenum serving as the reserve. Head coach Ben Johnson utilized a unique opening drive in practice, featuring both quarterbacks, to manage the transition. This move follows a hamstring injury to starter Caleb Williams and a standout performance by Keenum in the previous week's victory over the Philadelphia Eagles.

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nfl6 days ago•64 min saved

Bears to Start Bagent Over Keenum in Week 4 Despite Monday Night Heroics

The Chicago Bears are expected to start backup quarterback Tyson Bagent against the New York Jets on Sunday, despite veteran Case Keenum's dominant performance in the previous week. Head coach Ben Johnson has not officially named a starter, but Bagent has taken the majority of first-team practice reps. Caleb Williams remains out with a hamstring injury, and Keenum will likely serve as the backup.

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nfl7 days ago•2 min saved

Bears Keep QB Decision Secret as Bagent Leads Practice Reps

The Chicago Bears are withholding their starting quarterback decision for Sunday's game against the New York Jets, with practice reps favoring Tyson Bagent over Case Keenum despite Keenum's strong Week 3 performance.

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sports9 days ago

Bears Coach Ben Johnson Delays QB Decision for Jets Game Amid Keenum Surge

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson declined to name a starting quarterback for Sunday's game against the New York Jets, citing a need to evaluate three options. Case Keenum, who delivered a dominant performance in a 27-7 win over the Philadelphia Eagles, is favored to start, while backup Tyson Bagent remains in concussion protocol and starter Caleb Williams is recovering from a hamstring injury.

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Goff Dismisses Johnson's Mobility Joke After Bears' Keenum-Led Win

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson sparked minor controversy after implying Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff lacks mobility during a post-game press conference. Goff dismissed the remark as a joke, confirming Johnson called him to clarify intent. The comments followed a 27-7 Bears victory over the Philadelphia Eagles, where backup quarterback Case Keenum excelled.

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sports9 days ago

Ben Johnson Calls Jared Goff to Apologize for Mobility Joke After Bears Win

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson called Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff on Wednesday to clarify that his post-game comments about Goff’s lack of mobility were a friendly joke, not an insult. The remark came after the Bears defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 27-7 on Monday Night Football, a game won by backup quarterback Case Keenum. Johnson, who previously served as the Lions' offensive coordinator, referenced his history with non-mobile quarterbacks while praising Keenum’s performance. Goff, who appeared on the 'St. Brown Brothers' podcast, confirmed the call and stated he understood the intent, though he joked about returning the shade later. The incident highlights the ongoing friendly rivalry between the two former colleagues, with Johnson now in his second season as Bears head coach and Goff still with the Lions.

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Bears Face QB Dilemma: Keenum's Hot Hand vs. Bagent's Depth Chart Status

The Chicago Bears face a quarterback decision for Week 4 against the New York Jets. Case Keenum, who delivered a dominant performance in a 27-7 win over the Philadelphia Eagles, is competing with Tyson Bagent for the starting role. Bagent, the team's No. 2 quarterback, cleared concussion protocol but missed practice time. Coach Ben Johnson has not named a starter, citing a need for further discussion among the coaching staff. Caleb Williams remains out with a hamstring injury.

via Chicago Tribune|

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sports10 days ago•1 min saved

Ben Johnson Mocks Goff's Mobility Again After Bears Win with Keenum

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson reiterated his criticism of Jared Goff's lack of mobility during a post-game press conference on September 29, 2026. Following a 27-7 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles, Johnson highlighted his success with backup quarterback Case Keenum, who had not played in 1,009 days. Johnson contrasted Keenum's pocket presence with the mobility of starter Caleb Williams, implicitly referencing his previous comments about Goff. This is the second time Johnson has made such remarks, having previously clarified in 2025 that his comments were intended to praise Williams rather than insult Goff.

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Ben Johnson Credits Mike Martz for Bears' 'Sucker Sneak' Victory Over Eagles

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson secured a 27-7 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football, utilizing a play design he attributes to former Rams coach Mike Martz. With starter Caleb Williams sidelined, Johnson relied on veteran Case Keenum, who threw for 247 yards and two touchdowns. Johnson highlighted a specific fourth-quarter touchdown run by Keenum as a 'sucker sneak' play, a concept he learned from Martz during Super Bowl XXXVI. In post-game comments, Johnson also addressed his history with former quarterback Jared Goff, using the win to counter narratives about his reliance on top-tier mobile quarterbacks.

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Ben Johnson Dismisses Criticism After Bears Win with Case Keenum

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson used a 27-7 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles to counter critics who doubted his ability to win without elite quarterbacks. With starter Caleb Williams sidelined, Johnson relied on backup Case Keenum, who threw for 247 yards and two touchdowns. Johnson joked about his history with non-mobile quarterbacks, referencing former Detroit Lions star Jared Goff, while crediting a vintage play call for a key touchdown.

via Chicago Sun-Times|

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