On Wednesday, the Chicago Bears extended quarterback Tyson Bagent to a two-year deal worth $10 million, with a max value of $16 million with incentives. The extension cemented his spot as Chicago’s primary backup quarterback, and while Bagent is happy about that, this deal represents much more to him.
Speaking with the media on Wednesday, the quarterback had an emotional moment as he explained what this extension means for his family. Talking through tears, Bagent revealed that his father, who he says is his right-hand man, didn’t have running water until he got to high school.