QB shuffle challenge

Bears coach Ben Johnson faces uncharted territory with no experience starting backup quarterbacks.

“Not sure who the starter is going to be Monday night”

Keenum the only active QB practicing

Case Keenum, 38, the only active quarterback on the Bears' 53-man roster to practice Wednesday.

Bagent in concussion protocol

Second-stringer Tyson Bagent entered NFL concussion protocol after replacing starter Caleb Williams in Sunday's loss.

Williams week-to-week status

Caleb Williams, who pulled his hamstring, is listed as week-to-week for Monday's game.

“week-to-week”

Keenum's career stats

Keenum has started 66 career games but hasn't thrown a pass in a regular-season game since 2023.

Keenum's preseason performance

Keenum posted a 107.7 passer rating with 25-for-40 for 354 yards and two touchdowns in preseason.

Keenum's role with Bears

Keenum signed with Bears in 2025 to mentor Williams and Bagent, trying to mimic Williams' playing style.

Johnson's confidence in Keenum

Johnson says Keenum is prepared and has the experience to handle Monday's game.

“I feel very prepared”

Keenum's college success

Keenum was the leading passer in NCAA history with 19,217 yards and 155 touchdowns when he left Houston.

Johnson's QB strategy

Johnson plans to lean on a run game that leads the NFL with 212 yards per game.

Practice concerns

Kyle Monangai wasn't spotted during Wednesday's media portion of practice.

Johnson's team approach

Johnson emphasizes that the team's success depends on multiple players supporting the quarterback.

Monday game decision

Johnson must choose between Keenum and Bagent for Monday's game against the Jets.

QB shuffle consequence

Bears face uncertainty as Keenum becomes the fourth-oldest player to go under center this year.