Case Keenum stepped back onto the NFL stage for the first time in almost three years and delivered a performance that helped the Chicago Bears defeat the Philadelphia Eagles 27-7 on Monday night. Replacing the injured Caleb Williams, Keenum threw for 247 yards, completing 24 of 34 attempts, and found the end zone twice through the air.
He also added a rushing touchdown—a one-yard plunge with just over seven minutes left in the fourth quarter—capping a methodical 13‑play, eight‑minute drive that sealed the win. This appearance marked Keenum's first snap since he started for the Houston franchise in a 36-22 loss to Cleveland in December 2023. "To get a shot again like this?
You dream of it," Keenum said in the post‑game interview. "That's why I'm still here doing this when I get knocked down. I got knocked down my whole career.
I just keep getting up, coming to work, just keep bouncing back." Williams was sidelined with a right hamstring strain, and Tyson Bagent served as Keenum’s backup after clearing the league’s concussion protocol on Sunday. Bears head coach Ben Johnson praised the veteran quarterback, noting, "He knows where everyone is supposed to be on every single play and is quick to recognize coverage. He understands why we call each play and what we’re looking for, and if something isn’t working he accelerates through it. That’s what you get when you’ve spent 15‑plus years playing this position in this league." Wide receiver Kalif Raymond contributed six catches for 90 yards and a touchdown, helping Chicago rebound from a disappointing 9‑3 loss to Minnesota earlier in the season.
The Bears, now 2‑1, showed resilience after that setback. Philadelphia, also 2‑1, struggled with ball security, committing three turnovers and failing to record a defensive takeaway for the third straight game. Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts completed 16 of 25 passes for 153 yards but threw an interception. Running back Saquon Barkley added 82 rushing yards on 15 carries.
After the loss, Eagles coach Nick Sirianni reflected, "We all have to own that loss right there. I don’t think anybody coached well. I don’t think anyone played well.
It was a true team loss. And when it’s a true team loss, you know I have to look at myself first." Stat line highlights: - Passing: Case Keenum, 24/34, 247 yards, 2 TDs - Rushing: D'Andre Swift, 20 carries, 84 yards - Receiving: Kalif Raymond, 6 receptions, 90 yards, 1 TD - Passing: Jalen Hurts, 16/25, 153 yards, 1 INT - Rushing: Saquon Barkley, 15 carries, 82 yards - Receiving: DeVonta Smith, 6 receptions, 65 yards Keenum’s first drive ended with a clever shovel pass to Luther Burden for an eight‑yard touchdown. In the second half he connected with Raymond on a deep 41‑yard strike that resulted in another score. Early in the game, the Eagles struck first, with Hurts leading a drive that put Philadelphia ahead 7‑0.
However, Hurts suffered a hard hit from linebacker D’Marco Jackson along the sideline and was briefly examined for a possible concussion. He left the field for evaluation, and backup Andy Dalton was later intercepted by rookie defender Dillon Thieneman in the end zone just before halftime. Hurts later explained his frustration, saying, "I was just waiting for the thumbs up. I felt fine, we already checked it.
I don’t know the extent of the process. Obviously, I wish we could have expedited things.
I know I felt fine." The Eagles managed a quarterback sneak for a touchdown as the first half expired, but the Bears took control of the final two quarters. Late in the third period, linebacker TJ Edwards intercepted Hurts, extending Chicago’s lead. Edwards had previously dropped a potential pick on third down during Philadelphia’s opening drive of the second half, but he redeemed himself with the crucial turnover.
Chicago amassed 24 first downs and rushed for 128 yards, while the Eagles were limited to 15 first downs and 82 rushing yards. For context, the Bears had recorded 28 first downs and 281 rushing yards in a 24‑15 victory at Philadelphia last season, underscoring the consistency of their ground game.
The game not only highlighted Keenum’s veteran poise but also illustrated the depth of the Bears’ roster. With Williams still recovering, the team demonstrated that it can rely on seasoned players to step in and perform at a high level. The victory also gave Chicago momentum heading into the next week’s matchup, while Philadelphia will need to address its turnover issues and find a way to protect its quarterback from injury.
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