A former Chicago Bears quarterback advocates for the team's commitment to Justin Fields.
The biggest question looming not only over the Chicago Bears this offseason but also casting a shadow across the entire NFL landscape is the uncertain fate of Justin Fields. The Bears, courtesy of Carolina, now possess the coveted number one overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, which has put them at a pivotal crossroads regarding Fields, their first-round pick from 2021.
In the previous season, Fields showcased his abilities by amassing 2,562 passing yards, 16 touchdowns, and nine interceptions, along with an impressive 657 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns. Under Fields' leadership, the Bears managed a 5-8 record, contributing to their overall season record of 7-10.
Former Bears backup quarterback Chase Daniel, who was a part of the Chicago team in 2018 and 2019, firmly believes that the Bears should commit to Fields, going so far as to anoint him as "the future of the Chicago Bears."
Chase Daniel firmly asserts, "I am more convinced than ever that Justin Fields is the Chicago Bears' quarterback of the future." After meticulously reviewing every game Fields played in this year, Daniel is of the opinion that the Bears should center their plans around Fields rather than considering trading him away during this offseason. Should they choose to retain Fields, they may explore trading the first overall pick to accumulate additional draft selections, which could aid in supporting their young quarterback's success.
On the flip side, if the Bears opt to part ways with Fields, they would effectively be hitting the reset button once again. However, retaining Fields comes with the eventual need to negotiate his contract, potentially complicating efforts to sign key free agents for team improvement.
The upcoming offseason is sure to witness protracted debates about the Bears' decision regarding Fields, but Chase Daniel stands firmly in support of the quarterback's cause. The question that remains is whether the Bears will heed his counsel.
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10 JANVIER | 59 ANSWERS A former Chicago Bears quarterback advocates for the team's commitment to Justin Fields. Should the Bears stick with Justin Fields? | ||
| yes | 45 | 76.3 % |
| No | 14 | 23.7 % |
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