Ahead of their Week 4 matchup, NFL Network and ESPN insider Ian Rapoport reported that backup quarterback Tyson Bagent is expected to start for the Chicago Bears. He has been taking the majority of first-team practice reps while starter Caleb Williams recovers from a hamstring injury, and Bagent has cleared concussion protocol.
As Bagent has handled quarterback duties in recent weeks, the health situation for the team is gradually changing. According to an update shared on X by Tom Pelissero, Bears QB Caleb Williams has resumed throwing but is still working his way back to running at full speed as he gets closer to returning from his hamstring injury. It has been confirmed that Tyson Bagent will start this Sunday against the Green Bay Packers.
Article Continues BelowBears QB Caleb Williams has resumed throwing, but he’s still working his way back to running full speed as he inches closer to returning from his hamstring injury. Tyson Bagent starts Sunday at Green Bay.
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With Bagent in charge, the offense will remain under his control for this classic rivalry game. Packers head coach Matt LaFleur praised Bagent's talent, stating that he is capable of starting for multiple franchises across the league. As Ben Johnson prepares his team for Green Bay, the Chicago Bears hope that Bagent can maintain their momentum while their franchise star inches closer to a full recovery.