Shortly after information broke that the Chicago Bears had traded quarterback Justin Fields to the Pittsburgh Steelers, the previous first-round decide mirrored on his time with the franchise.
By way of X, Fields humbly thanked Chicago and the Bears.
“Cannot say thanks sufficient to town of Chicago for taking me in and embracing me,” Fields wrote. “Thanks to the whole Bears group and possession for permitting me the chance to be a part of such a historic franchise.”
Fields concluded his goodbye by saying he was prepared for the subsequent chapter with the Steelers, and it is onerous responsible him. Since being chosen No. 11 total by the Bears within the 2021 NFL Draft, the previous Ohio State standout has been underneath an intense microscope.
He did not discover a lot success over three seasons in Chicago, going 10-28 because the starter. However, many would argue that roster and coach turnover by no means provided him a good shake.
Both approach, the Bears have determined to maneuver on and most certainly have a QB of their sights, armed with the No. 1 decide in April after balking on the alternative to choose first a yr in the past.
Like his turbulent time in Chicago, Fields dealt with his exit with class. Nevertheless, if the Bears felt as grateful over Fields’ time with the franchise as he seemingly does, they definitely did not present it.
Not too long ago, basic supervisor Ryan Poles stated he wished to “do proper” by his now ex-QB as soon as rumors of a commerce started to swirl. As an alternative, the staff waited for a carousel of quarterbacks to alter groups earlier than dealing him to the Steelers, the place he’ll be Russell Wilson’s backup.