Case Keenum's performance in win over Eagles should tell Bears this: Don't rush back Caleb Williams
Case Keenum finished 24-of-34 with two passing touchdowns and a rushing score, raising a key question about Caleb Williams' return timeline.
Thirty-eight-year-old quarterback Case Keenum led the Chicago Bears to a 27-7 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles, executing head coach Ben Johnson’s offense effectively. Keenum’s strong performance, including two passing touchdowns and a rushing touchdown, suggests the Bears should not rush franchise quarterback Caleb Williams back from injury. The Bears’ win handed the Eagles their first loss of the season, highlighting Johnson’s offensive capabilities and Keenum’s ability to manage the game.
- Case Keenum, at 38 years old, started at quarterback for the Chicago Bears and led them to a 27-7 win against the Philadelphia Eagles.
- Keenum’s performance included 24 completions on 34 attempts for 247 yards, two passing touchdowns, and one rushing touchdown.
- The win demonstrated the effectiveness of head coach Ben Johnson’s offense and suggests the Bears should not rush Caleb Williams’ return from injury.
- Tyson Bagent was Keenum’s backup, having cleared concussion protocol, but Johnson chose to start Keenum for the primetime matchup.
- The Eagles, now 2-0, were handed their first loss of the season, with Jalen Hurts completing 16 of 25 passes for 153 yards and a rushing touchdown, along with an interception.
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