An insider from the NFL has provided a surprising update on the Chicago Bears’ decision-making process regarding their quarterback situation.
The team attended the NFL Combine with the intention of finalizing their choice between sticking with the No. 1 overall pick or opting for quarterback Justin Fields. Following their time in Indianapolis, it seems that a decision is looming.
Upon arriving at the NFL Combine, Bears’ general manager Ryan Poles kept information guarded, acknowledging trade inquiries for both Fields and the top overall pick.
However, no definitive decision had been reached regarding which path the team would take. Poles emphasized the importance of making a decision promptly if they were to build around a new quarterback, expressing a desire to handle Fields’ situation responsibly and avoid prolonged uncertainty.
According to Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated, the Bears have been actively seeking information on USC Trojans quarterback Caleb Williams, displaying a proactive approach that involved meeting with him at the NFL Combine and interviewing his former teammates from USC and Oklahoma.
In the in-person interview, Williams showcased a confident demeanor, signaling readiness to be a franchise player without concern for the team’s past quarterback challenges.
This positive impression prompted the Bears to reschedule a top 30 visit originally planned for this week until after USC’s Pro Day.
Breer also noted a potential shift in Poles’ stance, suggesting a willingness to allow the trade market for Fields to develop further.
The general manager might be open to observing the quarterback market’s top players, specifically Kirk Cousins and Baker Mayfield, before finalizing a trade. Reports over the weekend linked the Atlanta Falcons, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Las Vegas Raiders as potential suitors for
Fields.
However, the Falcons are reportedly prioritizing Cousins in free agency, creating a situation where Fields may not be traded in the immediate future as the Bears strategically navigate the evolving quarterback landscape.
Despite this, there is still an expectation that the Bears will ultimately use their first overall pick on Caleb Williams.
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