The Chicago Bears might be rolling out 38-year-old Case Keenum under center for Monday night’s game against the Eagles. This isn’t just a “maybe,” either, as Keenum was the sole quarterback on the active roster practicing Wednesday, with starter Caleb Williams nursing a hamstring injury and Tyson Bagent in concussion protocol. You have to wonder what’s going through the minds in Chicago right now with an undrafted rookie, Miller Moss, taking backup reps on the practice squad.
The QB Room Is Getting Wild for Chicago
This situation is wild for the Bears, and it’s happening right now. It means a guy who hasn’t seen game action since December 24, 2023, is suddenly the last man standing. Keenum hasn’t started a game since that 2023 matchup against the Browns, which also happened to be the last time he even stepped onto the field. So, yeah, this is a big moment for him and a potentially nerve-wracking one for Chicago fans. He sounds ready for it though, telling reporters, “I feel very prepared. It’s what I do every week. It’s what I’ve done for a long time. I’ve backed up a long time in this league. If my name’s called, I’m excited to be out there.” You gotta respect that confidence, even if it’s coming from a guy who’s been around the block a few times.
Keenum’s Unexpected Return and Coach Johnson’s Challenge
Keenum’s got experience, there’s no doubt about it. He’s started 66 games in his career, played for eight different teams since joining the NFL in 2012, and has racked up 15,175 passing yards with 79 touchdowns. Fun fact: he’s also 3-0 as a starter against Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio. That’s a specific stat that has to make you do a double-take. For Bears Coach Ben Johnson, formerly the Lions’ offensive coordinator, this is new territory. He’s never called plays for a backup quarterback before, especially not after working with number one overall picks like Jared Goff and Caleb Williams. Keenum, despite being an undrafted free agent, brings that veteran presence and experience, and Johnson even said, “He’s been a baller from the day he was born from w.”
This Monday night game against the Eagles just got a whole lot more interesting for Chicago. With Keenum potentially leading the charge, it’s all about seeing if his veteran savvy can overcome the rust and guide the Bears through a tough matchup.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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