5 facts about Bears backup QB Tyson Bagent, who may fill in for an injured Justin Fields

The Chicago Bears lost a clunker of a 19-13 affair to the Minnesota Vikings Sunday, but that might not have been the most significant loss for this 1-5 team. All eyes, for the time being, are on starting quarterback Justin Fields.

On Chicago’s first possession of the second half, Fields was knocked out of the game on a third-and-long play. He appeared to be having issues with his hand and would not return. When asked to clarify about his quarterback’s situation after the game, head coach Matt Eberflus said his X-rays were negative. But that doesn’t necessarily mean he’s out of the woods.

Bears’ HC Matt Eberflus said X-rays on Justin Fields’ right hand were negative, and he will undergo an MRI on Monday.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 15, 2023

Barring a positive prognosis on Fields, it appears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent may start for Chicago for a little while. The rookie led the Bears on one touchdown drive, rushing in a score against Minnesota.

Here’s what you should know about this small-school unknown starting games under center for one of the NFL’s most popular teams.