{
  "id": 9174507,
  "title": "Chicago Bears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent in NFL's concussion protocol, sources tell ESPN",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/chicago-bears-backup-quarterback-tyson-bagent-in-nfls-concussion",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-22T18:22:58.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/chicago-bears-backup-quarterback-tyson-182258538.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Chicago Bears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent is currently in the NFL's concussion protocol following a head injury, according to sources. With starting quarterback Caleb Williams out due to a hamstring strain, Case Keenum may take his place in Monday night's game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Bears head coach Ben Johnson has stated that Williams' availability remains uncertain week to week, emphasizing that the organization is closely monitoring his recovery. After undergoing a comprehensive examination, which included an MRI on Monday, it seems that Williams' injury is less severe than initially feared. The extent of his recovery is uncertain, ranging from two to three weeks. Fellow ESPN reporter Jarrett Payton noted that the situation has left fans on edge, despite the promising prognosis.",
  "summary": "Chicago Bears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent is dealing with a concussion and is in the NFL's concussion protocol, sources told ESPN Tuesday.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Ben Johnson discusses confidence in Bears QB Tyson Bagent",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/ben-johnson-discusses-confidence-in-bears-qb-tyson-bagent",
        "published": "2026-09-22T17:24:27.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent placed in the NFL concussion protocol, AP source says",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/bears-quarterback-tyson-bagent-placed-in-the-nfl-concussion-protocol",
        "published": "2026-09-22T19:09:25.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}