Quick Info
| Profession | American football quarterback |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 08/06/2000 |
| Age | 26 years |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
Latest News about Tyson Bagent
02/11/2026
Reports said the Baltimore Ravens could seek a trade for Tyson Bagent after Lamar Jackson suffered an injury, because Ravens offensive coordinator Declan Doyle previously worked with Bagent in Chicago. Bears reporters noted that Bagent and Case Keenum were the team's two backups with starting experience this season, and the trade speculation came ahead of the deadline.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Tyson Jacob Bagent is an American professional football quarterback for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League. He was an undrafted free agent signed after the 2023 draft and previously starred at Shepherd University in Division II. He has served mainly as a backup to Caleb Williams and has made occasional starts. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 3 in |
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| Weight | 212 lbs |
| Throws | Right |
| Jersey Number | 17 |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | Martinsburg High School |
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| College | Shepherd University |
Career
| High School | Played football and basketball at Martinsburg High School, leading the team to the 2016 and 2017 West Virginia state football championships |
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| College | Starting quarterback for the Shepherd Rams from 2018 to 2022, earning First-team All-MEC honors and the 2021 Harlon Hill Trophy |
| NFL | Chicago Bears quarterback since 2023; signed a two-year contract worth $10 million in August 2025 and later received a two-year extension through 2027 |
| Milestones | On 22/10/2023 became the first Division II undrafted rookie quarterback to start an NFL game since 1950 |
| 2026 Season | Started Week 5 against the Green Bay Packers after Caleb Williams was ruled out, but was benched at halftime-level of the game in favour of veteran Case Keenum; the Bears' 2026 backup quarterback picture has remained unsettled |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Was an unranked prospect coming out of high school | |
| 2. Set the all-time Division II touchdown record during his college career at Shepherd |
