Report reveals how Bears feel internally about quarterback Justin Fields
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields isn't off to the start that many expected in year two of his NFL career. Through four games this season, Fields has just 471 passing yards to go along with two touchdowns and four interceptions. Those are obviously disastrous numbers. But not all of the blame should be placed on […]
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields isn't off to the start that many expected in year two of his NFL career.
Through four games this season, Fields has just 471 passing yards to go along with two touchdowns and four interceptions.
Those are obviously disastrous numbers. But not all of the blame should be placed on Fields. The Bears didn't exactly do a great job this offseason of surrounding Fields with elite talent. Instead, they basically did…nothing.
And now, they're dealing with the consequences of that choice.
It's still too early to pass judgment on Fields — especially since the Bears' pass blocking has been poor and he hasn't truly had an opportunity to show off his entire skillset.
But we live in a world where quarterbacks don't get a lot of time to prove themselves. So I think it's fair to wonder what Chicago is thinking internally about Fields.
Fortunately, we have an idea of how they're feeling thanks to a report this week from ESPN's Dan Graziano.
According to Graziano, the Bears think Fields just needs some more time.
I spoke with a lot of Bears people this week, and they insist it's just about time with Fields — rhythm and timing of the offense, the increased confidence that comes with experience and (ideally) success. It might well be that Fields isn't the guy for the Bears long term, but it's too soon to reach that conclusion at the moment. Give the young man time, and a little bit more to work with, before you give up on him. The Bears will.
There you have it. It sounds like Chicago isn't anywhere close to giving up on Fields. And that's the right call.
The former Ohio State star is far too talented to give up on already. The Bears need to get Fields some help (that will have to wait until after the 2022 season) for him to reach his full potential, but it's definitely too early to suggest that he's a bust.
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