Justin Fields and the Chicago Bears are navigating a challenging landscape as potential landing spots for the talented quarterback appear to be shrinking. Initially linked with the Atlanta Falcons, those hopes were dashed when the Falcons secured Kirk Cousins on a lucrative contract during free agency.
Speculation surrounded both the Pittsburgh Steelers and Las Vegas Raiders as potential suitors for Fields, but both teams shifted their focus elsewhere for their quarterback needs. ESPN’s Adam Schefter disclosed on “First Take” that Fields’ options are becoming limited, with teams considering him primarily as a backup.
Before the Falcons secured Kirk Cousins, they were strongly connected to the Chicago Bears signal caller. Former NFL MVP Cam Newton weighed in on the situation in Atlanta, suggesting that he would be a superior quarterback option compared to someone with just one playoff win in 12 seasons.
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“It is extremely alarming he only one playoff win in 12 years.”
Fields’ situation is reminiscent of the Arizona Cardinals’ 2019 draft scenario when they selected Kyler Murray first overall and traded Josh Rosen. This strategic move yielded valuable draft assets for the Cardinals, a strategy that the Bears might consider as they navigate Fields’ future.
With the NFL draft approaching in late April, Fields’ destination remains uncertain, drawing parallels to Rosen’s situation three years earlier.
