# Bears QB Case Keenum encourages Tyson Bagent

> Keenum tells Bagent getting 'ass kicked' is about response, not failure.
- Title: Bears QB Case Keenum encourages Tyson Bagent | Shortify
- Summary: Keenum tells Bagent getting 'ass kicked' is about response, not failure. Bears QB Case Keenum urged Tyson Bagent to respond to being benched after a poor…
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- Source: Chicago Sun-Times — https://chicago.suntimes.com/bears/2026/10/11/bears-qb-case-keenum-encourages-tyson-bagent-getting-ass-kicked-is-all-about-response
- Published: 2026-10-11T23:03:13.005+00:00
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- Topics: bears, case keenum, tyson bagent, bears qb, nfl, caleb williams, ben johnson, packers, quarterback, passer rating, news, local
## Bagent benched after poor game
Tyson Bagent made his second start for the Bears but was benched in the fourth quarter after a 31-7 loss to the Packers.

> Bagent was bad enough in the 31-7 loss to the Packers on Sunday to get benched as Johnson ran out of patience waiting for him to get the offense rolling.
## Bagent's stats and issues
Bagent completed 12 of 21 passes for 87 yards with two interceptions for a 27.4 passer rating.

> He completed 12 of 21 passes for 87 yards with two interceptions for a 27.4 passer rating.
## Keenum's response to Bagent
Keenum told Bagent that getting 'ass kicked' is about how you respond, not the initial setback.

> You don’t last very long in this league if you don’t know how to get back up when you’ve had your ass kicked.
## Keenum's message on resilience
Keenum emphasized that adversity teaches players to learn from mistakes and move forward without repeating them.

> It’s adversity to learn from. It’s an opportunity to learn from your mistakes and move on and not make them again.
## Bagent's accountability
Bagent took responsibility for misreading the Packers' coverage after his second interception.

> I’ve got to play better. I’ve got to look in the mirror, see where I can continue to get better.
## Bagent's reflection
Bagent acknowledged he needs to improve despite having the opportunity to play.

> You would definitely not want to be benched, especially with the opportunity that I’ve been blessed with, but ... I’ve got to play better.
## Keenum's career
Keenum has bounced around the league as both a starter and backup across nine teams in 15 seasons.

> Keenum, 38, is on his ninth team in 15 seasons and has bounced around the league as both a starter and backup.
## Williams' injury status
Caleb Williams practiced limitedly after a Grade 2 hamstring strain against the Vikings.

> Williams practiced, he was limited, Friday for the first time since suffering a Grade 2 hamstring strain Sept. 20 against the Vikings.
## Johnson's uncertainty
Coach Ben Johnson wouldn’t say who would start next if Williams remains out.

> Johnson wouldn’t say which quarterback would start Sunday at the Falcons if Williams remains out.
## Key takeaway

Bears QB Case Keenum urged Tyson Bagent to respond to being benched after a poor game, saying adversity teaches resilience.