Justin Fields Admits He Was Hoping Bears Would Trade Him To NFC
Justin Fields found himself in an unexpected trade scenario, not landing with his desired destination, per a recent report. The quarterback's journey led him to the Pittsburgh Steelers, a move that took place ahead of an NFL Draft where the Chicago Bears are anticipated to secure Caleb Williams. ESPN's Brook Pryor has shed light on the potential rise in rivalry intensity between the Bears and the Minnesota Vikings.
It appears the Vikings were among the four teams listed by Fields to general manager Ryan Poles, signaling his preferred trade destinations. Poles, demonstrating understanding and respect for Fields' preferences, facilitated the trade, ensuring the Steelers were one of his desired landing spots. However, considering Minnesota's possession of one of the NFL's premier wide receivers in Justin Jefferson, one might speculate that Fields could have favored the Vikings over Pittsburgh.
Notably, the Las Vegas Raiders and Atlanta Falcons were also on Fields' list of preferred teams. Pryor's report indicates that discussions between the Bears and the Vikings remain undisclosed. Nonetheless, it's reasonable to assume that Minnesota was aware of Fields' interest in joining them. Acquiring Fields would have introduced complexities for the Vikings, although potentially less costly than their pursuit of a quarterback in the draft. Despite trading picks for an earlier selection, the Vikings are now gearing up to maneuver in the draft, aiming to secure a top quarterback prospect by combining their No. 11 and No. 23 picks. While the details of the Bears-Vikings discussions remain speculative, it's evident that the Steelers' deal involved a sixth-round pick, which could potentially escalate to a fourth, indicating the relative value of Fields' trade.
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