Tyson Bagent is an undrafted NFL rookie quarterback who just made his NFL career debut this Sunday, find out more about him below along with who is his dad
The young quarterback quickly became a viral sensation after an impressive debut performance in his team’s recent 30-12 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders.
Who is Tyson Bagent, bio, age, height, parents, dad, NFL salary and conctract, college career stats
Chicago Bears offensive lineman Lucas Patrick to quarterback Tyson Bagent before the Raiders game:
“You’re here for a fucking reason. Show the fucking world.”
(Video via @ChicagoBears) pic.twitter.com/gFZQDz25Qt
— Daniel Greenberg (@ChiSportUpdates) October 25, 2023
Tyson Bagent’s story is INCREDIBLE. He got his first start and win on Sunday for the Chicago Bears. Take 8 mins and learn more about the 2021 Harlon Hill Trophy winner (DII Heisman) and NCAA Record Holder for most career passing touchdowns. @tysbagent @ChicagoBears @espn @ESPNNFL pic.twitter.com/H6jKkiPgqw
— Robert Griffin III (@RGIII) October 25, 2023
Following an impressive career debut, fans can expect Tyson to start against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 8.
Tyson Baget bio and age
Tyson Bagent is an upcoming American football quarterback who was born on June 8, 2000, in Martinsburg, West Virginia, USA. He currently plays for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL). During his childhood, he attended Martinsburg High School before attending Shepherd University, where he played college football for the Shepherd Rams. He is currently 23 years old.
Height and weight
Tyson Bagent currently stands at a height of 6-foot-3 and weighs roughly around 213 pounds.
Tyson Bagent career
Tsyon he played college football for Division II Shepherd University from 2018-22. During his time with the team, Bagent registered 159 career touchdowns, which is an NCAA all-divisions record. Notably, his college has a history of having just three players who ever made it to the NFL. After going undrafted, the Chicago Bears picked him as a rookie quarterback in 2023.
Tyson Bagent just recently started out his career, on Sunday, where he made an impressive performance, playing a major role in his team’s 30-12 win over the Las Vegas Raiders. Following the end of the game, he completed 21-of-29 passes for 162 yards along with one touchdown. Interestingly, after Sunday’s game, Bagent told reporters that he had other career plans if he never achieved his dream of becoming an NFL player. Bagent shared:
Yeah, I was basically just going to Crossfit my life away. Basically, just get as ripped and jacked as I possibly could and be a teacher at Martinsburg High School.”
Tyson Bagent family
Tyson’ father Travis, is a professional arm wrestler, who has won over 15 world and 25 national champions. Travis has also featured across multiple reality series including Game of Arms and the documentary Pulling John.
Current Contract
Tyson Bagent signed a 3 year, $2,720,000 contract with the Chicago Bears, including a $25,000 signing bonus, $25,000 guaranteed, and an average annual salary of $906,667 and in 2023, Bagent will earn a base salary of $750,000 and a signing bonus of $25,000, while carrying a cap hit of $758,333 and a dead cap value of $25,000.
CONTRACT TERMS: 3 yr(s) / $2,720,000 SIGNING BONUS $25,000 AVERAGE SALARY $906,667 GTD AT SIGN: $25,000 TOTAL GTD: $25,000 FREE AGENT: 2026 / RFA