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Justin Fields #1 of the Chicago Bears in action against the Houston Texans at Soldier Field on September 25, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois.

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Quarterback Andy Dalton #14 of the Chicago Bears on the sidelines after being injuring in the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Soldier Field on September 19, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois.

Bears Waiting Until Sunday To Name A Starting QB

Who is starting at quarterback for the Chicago Bears in Week 4? Nobody seems to know. That is not only true for fans, but for the actual team. Head coach Matt Nagy spoke with the media Friday and revealed he has not even made a decision yet. https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Andy Dalton #14 speaks with head coach Matt Nagy of the Chicago Bears during the first half against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on September 12, 2021 in Inglewood, California.

Matt Nagy Remains Coy About Leadership On Bears Offense

Chicago Bears fans have to be anxious as it is already Wednesday and there is no clear starting quarterback for Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions. If this happened before Week 1, that is one thing. However, it is Week 4 and everything remains up in the air. Earlier this

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Quarterback Justin Fields #1 talks with Quarterback Andy Dalton #14 of the Chicago Bears talks before the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Soldier Field on September 19, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois.

Ranking Starting QB Options For Bears In Week 4

The Chicago Bears had high hopes for Justin Fields during his first NFL start. The rookie from Ohio State got the nod when Andy Dalton suffered a bruise on his left knee in Week 3 against the Cincinnati Bengals. In that game, Fields had six completions for 60 yards and an interce

Lawrence Fernandez • 2 years ago

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Bears Now Have No Clear Starting QB For Week 4

NFL head coach Matt Nagy of the Chicago Bears leaves the field waving to fans after defeating the Jacksonville Jaguars 41-17 at TIAA Bank Field on December 27, 2020 in Jacksonville, Florida.

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago The Chicago Bears may just be doomed with Matt Nagy calling the shots. Week 3 was supposed to be all about Justin Fields making his first start and ushering in a new era of Bears football. Instead, the focus is on Nagy and how he botched the game from start to finish. Fields w

Head coach Matt Nagy of the Chicago Bears on the sidelines during the game against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on September 26, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio.

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Justin Fields #1 of the Chicago Bears looks to avoid a sack by Myles Garrett #95 of the Cleveland Browns during the second half in the game at FirstEnergy Stadium on September 26, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Justin Fields Has A Rough Day In First Career NFL Start

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Quarterback Justin Fields #1 talks with Quarterback Andy Dalton #14 of the Chicago Bears talks before the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Soldier Field on September 19, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois.

What Is Andy Dalton's Future With The Bears?

Wendi Oliveros • 2 years ago

Justin Fields #1 of the NFL Chicago Bears celebrates a touchdown during the second half against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on September 12, 2021 in Inglewood, California.

Justin Fields Getting First Career NFL Start In Brutal Environment

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Quarterback Andy Dalton #14 of the Chicago Bears on the sidelines after being injuring in the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Soldier Field on September 19, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois.

Bears Fans May Be In For More Time With Andy Dalton As The Starter

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Bears Fans May Be In For More Time With Andy Dalton As The Starter

Quarterback Andy Dalton #14 of the Chicago Bears on the sidelines after being injuring in the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Soldier Field on September 19, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois.

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago The Chicago Bears were able to get to an even 1-1 record Sunday with a tight win over the Cincinnati Bengals. Joe Burrow gifted the Chicago defense with three interceptions in a game that saw Justin Fields enter in relief of an injured Andy Dalton. For plenty of Bears fans the si

Justin Fields #1 of the NFL Chicago Bears celebrates a touchdown during the second half against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on September 12, 2021 in Inglewood, California.

Matt Nagy Needs To Go With Justin Fields As Bears Starting QB

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Justin Fields #1 of the Chicago Bears warms up before an NFL preseason game against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium on August 28, 2021 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Easing Justin Fields Into Action Can Prolong Ryan Pace's Job Security

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Nick Foles #9 of the Chicago Bears throws a pass during an NFL preseason game against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium on August 28, 2021 in Nashville, Tennessee. The Bears defeated the Titans 27-24.

Bears Keeping Nick Foles To Start Season Only Wastes His Career

Andrew Pistone • 2 years ago

Nick Foles #9 of the Chicago Bears throws a pass before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Soldier Field on November 16, 2020 in Chicago, Illinois.

Nick Foles Boosted Trade Value In Bears Preseason Finale

Wendi Oliveros • 2 years ago

Nick Foles Boosted Trade Value In Bears Preseason Finale

Nick Foles #9 of the Chicago Bears throws a pass before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Soldier Field on November 16, 2020 in Chicago, Illinois.

Wendi Oliveros • 2 years ago The Chicago Bears have a quarterback problem. This is not new news as this issue has plagued the organization for years. However, the latest problem is somewhat of an embarrassment of riches. The Bears have too many quarterbacks. After signing free agent Andy Dalton and dra

Justin Fields Getting The Start In Bears Preseason Finale

Justin Fields #1 of the Chicago Bears runs against the Buffalo Bills during a preseason game at Soldier Field on August 21, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bills defeated the Bears 41-15.

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago Chicago Bears fans are desperate to see Justin Fields under center as the starting quarterback. And they will get their wish this weekend. However, it is still only in preseason action. https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1430161095084417037 So what does this all mean?

Quarterback Mitchell Trubisky #10 of the Chicago Bears hands off the ball to teammate running back Tarik Cohen #29 as they take on the Kansas City Chiefs in the third quarter of the game at Soldier Field on December 22, 2019 in Chicago, Illinois.

Tarik Cohen Defends Mitch Trubisky Ahead Of Chicago Return

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Mitchell Trubisky #10 of the Buffalo Bills throws a pass during training camp at the Adpro Sports Training Center on July 28, 2021 in Orchard Park, New York.

Mitchell Trubisky Returns To Chicago In Week 2 Of Preseason

Dan Fappiano • 2 years ago

Justin Fields #1 of the Chicago Bears looks for a receiver under pressure from the Miami Dolphins during a preseason game at Soldier Field on August 14, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois.

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Lawrence Fernandez • 2 years ago

Cole Kmet #85 of the Chicago Bears warms up before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 20, 2020 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

3 Biggest Surprises On Chicago Bears First Depth Chart

Dan Fappiano • 2 years ago

Nick Foles #9 of the Chicago Bears throws a pass before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Soldier Field on November 16, 2020 in Chicago, Illinois.

Bears Have Put Nick Foles In Incredibly Awkward Spot

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Bears Have Put Nick Foles In Incredibly Awkward Spot

Nick Foles #9 of the Chicago Bears throws a pass before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Soldier Field on November 16, 2020 in Chicago, Illinois.

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago The Chicago Bears are only physically paying Nick Foles $4 million in cash this season. However, his dead cap value of $14.3 million prevents him from being released. That means Foles is sticking around during a year when the team signed Andy Dalton and used a first-round pick on

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Jimmy Swartz • 2 years ago

NFL head coach Matt Nagy of the Chicago Bears leaves the field waving to fans after defeating the Jacksonville Jaguars 41-17 at TIAA Bank Field on December 27, 2020 in Jacksonville, Florida.

Why Matt Nagy Is Not Making A Mistake Starting Andy Dalton

Wendi Oliveros • 2 years ago

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Justin Fields (1) celebrates after a play in action during the Big Ten Championship game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Northwestern Wildcats on December 19, 2020 at Lucas Oil stadium, in Indianapolis, IN.

Realistic Expectations For Justin Fields In His Rookie NFL Season

Andrew Pistone • 2 years ago

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Justin Fields (1) throws the ball during the College Football Playoff National Championship football game between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Ohio State Buckeyes on January 11, 2021 at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL.

When Will Justin Fields Make His First Bears Start?

Wendi Oliveros • 2 years ago

When Will Justin Fields Make His First Bears Start?

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Justin Fields (1) throws the ball during the College Football Playoff National Championship football game between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Ohio State Buckeyes on January 11, 2021 at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL.

Wendi Oliveros • 2 years ago The Chicago Bears have a loaded quarterback roster. There is the apparent starter, Andy Dalton who as recently as last week, Coach Nagy has insisted will be the starter. Following rookie minicamp, Nagy said: "Andy is the starter. Andy’s going to get the one reps." Backing Dal

Why Justin Fields Is Not A Savior For The Chicago Bears

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) handles the football in action during the Big Ten Championship game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Northwestern Wildcats on December 19, 2020 at Lucas Oil stadium, in Indianapolis, IN.

Wendi Oliveros • 2 years ago Chicago Bears rookie quarterback Justin Fields was a great player at Ohio State, and he shows signs of having an outstanding NFL career. As with any rookie, there are so many unknowns. However, the Bears' history can provide perspective on what could happen with Fields. Using

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) handles the football in action during the Big Ten Championship game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Northwestern Wildcats on December 19, 2020 at Lucas Oil stadium, in Indianapolis, IN.

Bears Hoping Justin Fields Can Evolve Into Franchise QB

Wendi Oliveros • 2 years ago

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Wendi Oliveros • 2 years ago

A detail view of a Chicago Bears helmet is seen in action during a game between the Chicago Bears and the New Orleans Saints on November 1st, 2020 at Soldier Stadium, in Chicago, IL.

Chicago Radio Host Unloads On Ryan Pace With Epic Rant

Wendi Oliveros • 2 years ago

Chicago Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky (10) throws the football in action during a game between the Chicago Bears and the Houston Texans on December 13, 2020, at Soldier Field in Chicago, IL.

Should The Bears Have Re-Signed Mitchell Trubisky?

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Wendi Oliveros • 2 years ago The Chicago Bears have done nothing to clarify their quarterback situation. Signing Andy Dalton this week did not help; it may have created more questions. We know that the Bears were working behind the scenes to trade for Russell Wilson, and everyone assumed it was a failed effo

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck (12) throws a pass in the snow warming up before an AFC Divisional Round playoff game game between the Indianapolis Colts and Kansas City Chiefs on January 12, 2019 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO.

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Seattle Seahawks Quarterback Russell Wilson (3) answers questions during a postgame interview after the game between the Seattle Seahawks and Philadelphia Eagles on November 30, 2020 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, PA.

The Chicago Bears Are Throwing A Hail Mary For Russell Wilson

Dylan Moran • 2 years ago

Chicago Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky (10) throws the football in action during a game between the Chicago Bears and the Houston Texans on December 13, 2020, at Soldier Field in Chicago, IL.

Is Mitchell Trubisky A Bust? (3 Reasons Why He Isn't)

Wendi Oliveros • 2 years ago

Is Mitchell Trubisky A Bust? (3 Reasons Why He Isn't)

Chicago Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky (10) throws the football in action during a game between the Chicago Bears and the Houston Texans on December 13, 2020, at Soldier Field in Chicago, IL.

Wendi Oliveros • 2 years ago With all the daily rumblings that the Chicago Bears are in the mix for a blockbuster quarterback trade, it leaves many to wonder what does that mean for Mitchell Trubisky. https://twitter.com/Terence_M_Young/status/1358290366034808832 Trubisky, 26, was the second overall pick in