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Case Keenum Leads Bears to 27-7 Victory Over Eagles
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Core Event: Monday Night Football Upset
On September 29, 2026, the Chicago Bears defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 27–7 at Soldier Field. Third-string quarterback Case Keenum started in place of injured rookie Caleb Williams and delivered a 24-for-34, 247-yard passing performance with two touchdown passes and a one-yard rushing touchdown—the first rushing score of his career since 2019. The Bears held the ball for 36:53, outgaining the Eagles 375 to 248 yards and forcing three turnovers.
Background & Context: Injuries and Quarterback Situation
Williams suffered a right hamstring injury in Week 2 against the Minnesota Vikings and was ruled out for the Eagles game. Backup Tyson Bagent entered the NFL concussion protocol after a hit in the Vikings matchup, leaving the Bears with Case Keenum, a 38-year-old veteran who had not started a regular-season game since his last start for Houston. The Bears entered the contest with a 2-1 record after a 9-3 loss to the Vikings.
Data & Statistics
- Passing: Keenum 24/34, 247 yards, 2 TDs, 0 INT.
- Rushing: Keenum 1-yard TD run (first rushing TD since 2019).
- Receiving: Kalif Raymond – 6 receptions, 90 yards, 1 TD; Luther Burden III – 7 receptions, 61 yards, 1 TD.
- Team totals: Bears 28 first downs, 281 rushing yards; Eagles 24 first downs, 128 rushing yards.
- Turnovers: Eagles committed three (two interceptions, one fumble); Bears none.
- Time of possession: Bears 36:53, Eagles 23:07.
Official Statements & Responses
The Bears’ medical staff confirmed that offensive tackle Braxton Jones left the game with a knee injury in the third quarter.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I really don’t have any words, there’s so much emotion,” — Case Keenum, wily veteran
- “We kept it exciting for them, I’m going to have fun watching the game with them tomorrow on the couch, or probably just Bluey,” — Case Keenum, wily veteran
- “I do get nervous, and it’s not a scared nervous; it’s an excited nervous,” — Case Keenum, wily veteran
- “You have to be on your P’s and Q’s because they’ll mix up the pressure and simulate some pressure,” — Case Keenum, wily veteran
- “That was his No. 1 priority. And then since it's progressed along, he was able to be in meetings yesterday and now he's in practice today, and so he's right on track to be right where he needs to be. And I think mentally he's going to be in a good spot for what we're asking to do.” — Ben Johnson, bears head coach
- “Up front, those are some of the best two guys up front that are playing the game right now,” — Case Keenum, wily veteran
What’s Next
The Bears are scheduled to host the New York Jets on Sunday at noon, continuing their season at 3-1. The Eagles will travel to Los Angeles to face the Rams the following week.