Former Bears Tight End Greg Olsen Weighs in on Justin Fields Debate
Former Chicago Bears tight end Greg Olsen recently joined the ongoing debate surrounding the future of quarterback Justin Fields. In a response to Barstool Big Cat on X, Olsen simplified the argument by addressing the financial implications of keeping Fields versus drafting a new quarterback.
Olsen’s take on the debate is centered around the financial aspect of the quarterback position. He emphasized the importance of starting the clock over before having to pay a quarterback a significant amount of money, stating that once a quarterback is paid, they need to be able to cover up the team’s holes. Olsen’s perspective seems to prioritize financial flexibility and the ability to address other areas of the roster with the money saved from a new rookie contract.
The Bears will have the option to exercise Fields’ fifth-year option this offseason. With next season being Fields’ final year under his rookie deal, the team faces a decision on whether to commit to Fields or reset the quarterback contract clock by drafting a new signal caller. This decision could have significant implications for the team’s future.
While the financial aspect of the debate is clear, Fields has been making a case for himself on the field, despite his injury setbacks. The young quarterback has shown flashes of elite play and has visibly improved in terms of pocket presence and rushing ability. With four more games left in the season, Fields has the opportunity to further prove his worth to the team.
Bears general manager Ryan Poles has expressed the need to be “blown away” by the incoming quarterback class to consider moving on from Fields. Poles’ decision-making will play a crucial role in shaping the team’s future at the quarterback position.
As the NFL offseason approaches, the decision regarding Fields and the quarterback position will be one of the key storylines to watch for the Bears. The debate surrounding Justin Fields’ future in Chicago is far from over, and the decision made by the front office will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on the team.