Bleacher Report's Maurice Moton recently suggested Chicago as the perfect destination for veteran quarterback Carson Wentz, fresh from his tenure with the Washington Commanders.
Wentz, a one-time Pro Bowler and second-team All-Pro in 2017, has led an intriguing professional football career. He initiated his NFL stint with the Philadelphia Eagles, where he stood out as the third-placed MVP candidate the same year the Eagles seized the Super Bowl title. This notable accomplishment was followed by a short spell with the Indianapolis Colts before joining Washington.
Moton's endorsement of the Bears acquiring Wentz focuses on the quarterback's impressive credentials, making him arguably the most appealing backup choice in the league currently.
With Wentz's mobility within the pocket, coupled with his powerful arm capable of piercing Chicago's late-season winds to deliver the ball downfield, he presents an attractive prospect for the Bears. He stands out as the ideal safeguard for the Bears should Fields encounter any unforeseen issues or performance dips.
As of Saturday, May 13, the understudies to Fields are P.J. Walker and Nathan Peterman. Although both have had opportunities to start in the NFL, their achievements have been fairly unremarkable. Luckily, with a healthy $35.7 million salary cap buffer, the Bears are in a position to enhance their lineup and further secure their budding team in the event Fields faces hurdles or struggles with his advancement in his third NFL season.
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25 MAI | 79 ANSWERS This Former Pro Bowl Quarterback is A Perfect Fit With The Chicago Bears Should the Bears sign Carson Wentz? | ||
Yes | 26 | 32.9 % |
No | 53 | 67.1 % |
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