What Bears QB Justin Fields’ teammates told him after he apologized for fumbles vs. Vikings
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields had the support of his teammates after two crucial fumbles against the Minnesota Vikings.
By no means was it pretty or aesthetically pleasing, but the Chicago Bears came away with a win on the road against the Minnesota Vikings on Monday night, snapping a 12-game skid against NFC North opponents. Down the stretch of the season every Chicago win will be crucial, and every Justin Fields play will be scrutinized as the Bears continue to try to figure out if Fields is the answer at quarterback, or if incoming USC quarterback Caleb Williams could be the selection if Carolina’s draft pick (which is owned by Chicago) winds up #1 in the 2024 NFL Draft.
From my point of view, Fields didn’t do anything against the Vikings to alter my already cloudy, yet mostly optimistic outlook on him. The late 4th game-winning drive Fields led Chicago on was a good sign, as Fields picked up multiple first downs not only through the air but with his legs (his 12 rushing attempts were the 2nd-most he’s had in a game this season), and all throughout the game it felt like the offensive line wasn’t doing him any favors. But the two crucial fumbles, both of which Minnesota recovered, were awfully troublesome.
