Tyson Bagent, Bears Agree to $10M Contract Extension
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Chicago Bears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent signed a contract extension Wednesday, the team announced. Per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, the deal is for two years and $10 million, with a maximum value of $16 million based on incentives.
The Chicago Bears made the rare move of signing their backup quarterback to an extension. Here's what he said after the signing.
Bears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent has proved his worth — especially with new head coach Ben Johnson. Bagent earned a reported $10 million two-year deal from the Bears, in a significant raise.
Tyson Bagent, the underdog quarterback, stole the show at Chicago Bears' preseason game. He threw for 205 yards and a touchdown. Bagent's performance
Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III catches a 22-yard pass from quarterback Tyson Bagent against the Buffalo Bills.