The news that Case Keenum is slated to start isn’t overly surprising. Tyson Bagent spent most of the week in the concussion protocol, returning to practice only on Saturday, just two days before the Bears’ Monday night showdown against the Eagles. Jay Glazer also noted that Bagent could start next week if the team wants to go that direction.

Although Glazer didn’t say it outright, hinting at Bagent for Week 4 strongly implies that regular starter Caleb Williams is already ruled out, despite no formal announcement or move to short-term IR. Keenum hasn’t thrown an NFL pass since 2023, when he filled in for rookie C.J. Stroud, posting a 64.2% completion rate, 5.5 yards per attempt, one touchdown, and three interceptions.