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.

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.

NFL star Tyson Bagent teared up while expressing gratitude for his $10 million contract extension with the Chicago Bears on Wednesday, Aug. 20. "You know, a lot of people don't know this, but my dad is my right-hand man, and he didn't even have running water until he was in high school," Bagent, 25, said through tears.

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.