The Chicago Bears have secured their quarterback room for their next few seasons. The team reportedly signed backup quarterback Tyson Bagent to a two-year, $10 million extension Wednesday. CHGO was first to report the extension.
Bagent has made quite the climb since joining the Bears as an undrafted free agent out of Shepard University in 2023. Over the past two seasons, Bagent has shown that he can be a dependable backup who can make plays with his arms and legs.
He’s played in nine games over two seasons, including starting four during his rookie season. Bagent has completed 66.2% of his passes during that span, throwing for 870 yards, three touchdowns and six interceptions.
The extension came after Bagent proved that he understands and can be comfortable in new head coach Ben John