Bears Could Trade Bagent to Ravens
Chicago could send backup quarterback Tyson Bagent to Baltimore as the Ravens deal with injuries at the position.
Updated on Nov. 1, 2026 in Football
The Chicago Bears could trade quarterback Tyson Bagent to the Baltimore Ravens after Baltimore's quarterback injuries left the team thin behind center. Lamar Jackson is set to go on injured reserve November 1 and needs surgery on a thumb injury, while Tyler Huntley has a toe injury that could sideline him for a few weeks.
Why it matters
Baltimore's injuries create a need for a placeholder quarterback before the November 10 trade deadline. Bagent, who has played three games this season without a touchdown pass, could be the kind of depth option a contender targets late in the season.
Bagent has completed 42 of 64 passes for 409 yards with zero touchdowns and three interceptions in three games this season. The Bears have not disclosed what compensation they would seek, and the deal remains unconfirmed.
The players
Chicago Bears
The Chicago Bears are an NFL franchise based in Chicago that would be the trading team in any deal for Bagent.
Baltimore Ravens
The Baltimore Ravens are an NFL franchise based in Baltimore that could acquire Bagent as a placeholder quarterback.
Lamar Jackson
Lamar Jackson is the Ravens' starting quarterback and a two-time NFL Most Valuable Player who is headed to injured reserve with a thumb injury.
The details
Chicago could trade Bagent to the Ravens as Baltimore works through quarterback injuries, with Jackson headed to injured reserve and Huntley sidelined by a toe injury. Baltimore's new offensive coordinator, Declan Doyle, previously held the same role with the Bears last season, and the Ravens may look to add a temporary quarterback while their starters recover.
Timeline
2025: Chicago extended Tyson Bagent on a two-year, $10 million deal.
November 1: Lamar Jackson is placed on injured reserve.
November 10: The NFL trade deadline arrives.
Season Trajectory
The November 10 trade deadline is a recurring pressure point where injured contenders look for quick quarterback depth. Baltimore's situation fits that pattern as it tries to stay competitive while its starters recover.
Fantasy managers rostering Ravens quarterbacks should track Jackson's injured reserve move and Huntley's toe injury timeline. A Bagent trade would change Baltimore's depth chart but would not replace a starter.
The takeaway
Injuries at quarterback often push contenders to make late-season depth moves, so watch for roster changes before the deadline. Fans and fantasy managers should follow official injury reports closely as the deadline approaches.
What happens next
The NFL trade deadline on November 10 is the date by which any Bagent deal would have to be completed.
Further reading
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