Case Keenum made a triumphant return to the NFL spotlight, throwing two touchdowns in his first start in nearly three years as the Chicago Bears stifled the Philadelphia Eagles, winning 27-7 on Monday night. The veteran quarterback stepped in for the injured Caleb Williams and delivered a performance that reminded fans why his name still carries weight in the league. Keenum completed 24 of 34 pass attempts, amassing 247 yards through the air. He capped the night with his first rushing touchdown since the 2019 season, diving one yard into the end zone with 7:19 left on the clock after a methodical 13‑play, eight‑minute drive that ate up valuable time.
This was Keenum’s first snap since he started for the Houston franchise in a 36-22 loss to Cleveland back in December 2023. "Getting another chance like this? It’s a dream," Keenum said in the post‑game interview.
"That’s why I keep coming back, even when I get knocked down. I’ve been knocked down my whole career, but I always get back up, show up to work, and keep fighting." Williams missed the game with a right hamstring strain, and backup Tyson Bagent was cleared from the NFL concussion protocol on Sunday, allowing Keenum to take the helm. Bears head coach Ben Johnson praised Keenum’s football IQ, noting, "He knows where every defender should be on every play.
He reads coverage instantly, understands why we call a particular play, and if something isn’t working he adjusts on the fly. That’s the kind of instinct you develop after 15-plus years at this position." Wide receiver Kalif Raymond contributed six catches for 90 yards and a touchdown, helping Chicago bounce back after a disappointing 9-3 loss to Minnesota. The Bears, now 2‑1 on the season, showed resilience and poise, while the Eagles, also 2‑1, struggled with ball security, committing three turnovers and failing to record a defensive takeaway for the third straight game.
Philadelphia’s quarterback Jalen Hurts completed 16 of 25 attempts for 153 yards but threw an interception. Running back Saquon Barkley added 82 rushing yards on 15 carries.
Eagles coach Nick Sirianni lamented the team’s performance, saying, "We all have to own that loss. I don’t think anyone coached well or played well. It was a true team loss, and when that happens 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 found Raymond streaking down the sideline for a 41‑yard strike that added another score.
After falling behind 7‑0, Hurts led the Eagles deep into Bears territory in the second quarter but took a hard hit from linebacker D’Marco Jackson along the sideline. The impact forced officials to remove Hurts for a concussion evaluation. Backup Andy Dalton entered the game, only to be intercepted by rookie Dillon Thieneman in the back of the end zone with just over six minutes left in the half.
Hurts later explained his frustration, "I was waiting for the thumbs up. I felt fine, we already checked it. I don’t know the exact process, but I wish we could have sped it up. I knew I was okay." The Eagles managed a quarterback sneak for a touchdown as the first half expired, but Chicago dominated the remaining two quarters.
Late in the third, linebacker TJ Edwards stripped Hurts for an interception, though Edwards had earlier dropped a potential pick on a third‑down play at the start of the second half. Chicago’s offense accumulated 24 first downs and 128 rushing yards, while the Bears’ defense forced the Eagles into three turnovers.
For context, the Bears had recorded 28 first downs and 281 rushing yards in a 24‑15 win at Philadelphia last season, demonstrating the consistency of their ground game. Beyond the game, the 2026 NFL season continues to capture global attention. Fans can watch every live moment on Sky Sports, including the upcoming playoffs and Super Bowl LXI scheduled for Sunday, February 14, 2027.
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