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Bears Lean on Keenum at Quarterback as Williams and Bagent Remain Sidelined — 6dWith Caleb Williams hamstrung and Tyson Bagent in concussion protocol, the Chicago Bears may turn to veteran Case Keenum to start Monday night against the Eagles after he practiced as the only active quarterback; coach Ben Johnson said they’re not planning to add another QB and will decide closer to game time. Keenum, who hasn’t played in a regular-season game since 2023, has been preparing as if he could start, while Miller Moss remains on the practice squad as a potential backup option.

Derek Foss Johnson waiting until game time makes sense but the offense could stall without Williams.

Bears win boosts Caleb Williams MVP odds after record Week 1 scoring — Sep 17, 2026BetMGM prop odds move for Tony Pollard, Jacoby Brissett, and Rhamondre Stevenson shape early-season betting markets, while prediction markets evaluate the Los Angeles versus Denver game and related settlement rules. Chicago’s Week 1 offensive surge under Ben Johnson has boosted Bears scoring and Caleb Williams’ MVP chatter, fueling shifts in futures and Week 2 expectations.

Marcus Bell The new offensive scheme under Johnson is already paying off big for Chicago but one week won't decide if Williams stays in the conversation.

Titans at 49ers Open 2026 Preseason — Aug 9, 2026In San Francisco, the left guard job remains open between Connor Colby and Robert Jones (with rookie Carver Willis rotating) as the 49ers prepare for preseasons, while Marques Sigle appears to have made a case at safety. Meanwhile, the Colts remain in a QB competition between Riley Leonard and Anthony Richardson Sr. as coaches praise daily competition, the Falcons are spotlighting the right tackle battle, and the Raiders are juggling multiple roster battles including a first-team right guard duel between Jackson Powers-Johnson and Caleb Rogers ahead of the preseason.