Chicago Bears Strengthen QB Room: Case Keenum Joins as Mentor for Caleb Williams

The Chicago Bears sign veteran QB Case Keenum to bolster their roster and mentor young star Caleb Williams in the 2025 NFL season.

Veteran Leadership Added to Bears' QB Room
The Chicago Bears made a strategic move by signing 37-year-old quarterback Case Keenum to a one-year deal worth up to $3 million. This signing solidifies the team's quarterback depth chart while providing crucial mentorship for rising star Caleb Williams.

Keenum's Proven Track Record
With 14 years of NFL experience across seven teams, Keenum brings:

  • 66 career starts
  • 15,175 passing yards
  • 79 touchdown passes His most notable success came with the 2017 Minnesota Vikings, where he led the team to the NFC Championship Game.

Mentoring the Next Generation
Keenum's recent experience mentoring C.J. Stroud in Houston makes him particularly valuable to Chicago's development plans. The Bears have clearly prioritized supporting Williams' growth after selecting him first overall in the 2024 draft.

Offseason Moves Show Commitment to Development
Chicago's front office has been busy this spring:

  • Added three veteran offensive linemen
  • Signed receivers Olamide Zaccheaus, Devin Duvernay, and Miles Boykin
  • Now secured experienced QB depth with Keenum

Quarterback Room Dynamics
The Bears' QB depth chart currently projects as:

  1. Caleb Williams (starter)
  2. Tyson Bagent (primary backup)
  3. Case Keenum (mentor/emergency option)
  4. Austin Reed (developmental)

Keenum's signing represents Chicago's commitment to creating the optimal environment for Williams to thrive in his crucial second NFL season.

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