Case Keenum to Start as Bears Face Eagles with Backup Quarterbacks Case Keenum will start at quarterback for the Chicago Bears against the Philadelphia Eagles as Caleb Williams and Tyson Bagent are sidelined. Chicago Bears quarterback Case Keenum is set to start against the Philadelphia Eagles, with both Caleb Williams and Tyson Bagent unavailable. Williams is sidelined for three to four weeks, while Bagent remains in the NFL's concussion protocol and will not practice until Saturday. The game is scheduled for tonight in Philadelphia. Keenum to Lead Simplified OffenseKeenum, a 14-year veteran, steps in as the third-string quarterback. He is known for his experience and grasp of the game. Head coach Ben Johnson is expected to simplify the offense, reducing roll-outs, bootlegs, and run-pass options. Instead, the focus will be on quick passes over the middle with check-down options, allowing Keenum to distribute the ball efficiently to playmakers.In a similar scenario, Keenum completed 17 of 23 passes for 185 yards, one touchdown, and no interceptions. Expect a conservative approach with around 23 pass attempts and a completion rate near 70 percent. Turnovers are unlikely unless a tipped pass or lucky bounce occurs, though strip-sacks remain a risk.Eagles Offensive Line StrugglesThe Eagles' offensive line has regressed significantly. Once considered the best in the league, they now allow a 40 percent pressure rate and an 8.8 percent sack rate on quarterback Jalen Hurts, ranking 22nd and 24th in the NFL, respectively. In the run game, they are only the 20th best unit. This weakness gives the Bears' defense an opportunity to disrupt Philadelphia's offense.With a wounded offensive line, the Bears should be able to contain running back Saquon Barkley and pressure Hurts relentlessly. A four-sack game and 10 quarterback hits are realistic expectations for Chicago's defensive line.Special Teams and Passing Game OutlookKicker Cairo Santos is accurate but has one of the weaker legs in the NFL, often requiring a lower trajectory on field goals. The Eagles' defensive tackle duo of Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis can exploit this by generating a strong push up the middle. Expect Philadelphia to block at least one field goal attempt from 40 yards or more, which could swing the game's outcome.In the passing game, rookie wide receiver Luther Burden III is poised for a big role. With Keenum's quick-release style and the simplified game plan, Burden should see a high volume of targets and gain significant yards after the catch. He is also likely to haul in Chicago's lone passing touchdown on a precisely thrown pass to the back corner of the end zone.