I was tempted to flair this as “satire,” but apparently this analyst thinks it’ll happen.
Quote: “The Bears could have a conundrum at the quarterback spot on their hands in the offseason, but I have a solution.
In this mock, the Bears do what is probably best for the future of the team and Justin Fields himself: They trade him to give him a fresh start, and get some early picks in the process. Given how hyped the quarterback class is, Chicago – likely holders of two top five picks – shouldn’t pass on a young, talented and inexpensive option at the game’s most vital position.”
Yeah, never mind looking at the Raiders’ perspective in this pipe-dream. We have way too many areas that need addressed, including the gaping holes along our O-line.
The first question is, if the Bears move on from fields, does any team want him as a starter?
I know I don’t want him as the Raiders starter. That said, at his salary ($3.2M next year, then a FA after that), I personally wouldn’t be mad about trading for Fields as a 1 year rental as O’Connell’s backup, I actually kind of like having a more mobile QB as the backup, but I certainly would not give up a 2nd round pick.