There is no denying that the Chicago Bears 2025 offseason has been as exciting as any in recent memory. Building around Caleb Williams, head coach Ben Johnson has set an instant tone allowing Bears fans to once again believe in the franchise. This isn't just based on a new quarterback or a head coach, but an organization that finally understands the value of depth and investing in the trenches. All adding up to a series of moves that gives hope the Bears can not only improve in the 2025 season but become a playoff contender.
An underrated piece of this is the signing of veteran quarterback Case Keenum. The backup was ready to retire before Chicago's new head coach was able to talk the quarterback into staying at least another season.
Signing Keenum may not demand a lot of headlines, however, it is one of the most impactful moves of the 2025 offseason. It gives the offensive coordinator and Caleb Williams another experienced voice to lean on.
The Bears Addition of Case Keenum Remains Underrated
Yes, Keenum might never take the field for the Bears in the 2025 season if things go according to plan. Still, the veteran's impact is going to be felt in his ability to help prepare Williams and allow the second-year quarterback to catch things he was missing in year one. Experience at the position cannot be underrated and Keenum has been in a myriad of positions throughout his time in the league.
Both as a starter and a backup the quarterback has the advantage of learning from a number of offensive minds that will now aid the progression of Chicago's franchise quarterback. This is the reason Johnson talked the veteran out of retirement and why the signing is so potentially impactful. If Williams is the answer he appears to be, signing Keenum is a move that is going to help unlock his full potential.
With this in mind, the Bears aren't going to find better value from this offseason's free-agent additions. Even if the pieces are more impactful on the field what Keenum brings to the roster for such a low rate cannot be overlooked heading into the season.