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Justin Fields feels the love from teammates with QB decision looming originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago
NFL players almost always publicly praise their quarterbacks. It’s incredibly rare when teammates throw each other under the bus, and even more rare when it comes to the signal caller.
But not all public support is equal. There’s a difference between a player saying, “I trust in our quarterback,” quickly and concisely. You can tell when there’s something in their eyes that contradicts their mouth.
That’s not the case with the Bears. When the Bears talk about Justin Fields they’re effusive.
“‘You are a magician,’ those were my exact words to him,” said Eddie Jackson after the team’s 37-17 win over the Falcons.
“He’s dynamic, very dynamic,” said Montez Sweat. “You see he makes plays like the Lamar Jacksons, the Patrick Mahomes and guys don’t really hype it up like they would with other quarterbacks. But he is one of them and I’m glad he’s on my side.”
Fields’ coaches don’t give the canned “he’s improving across the board,” or “he’s right on track with his development,” answers that we hear so often. They’re detailed in the ways they’ve seen Fields improve that makes the praise more sincere.
“There’s been a tremendous amount of growth,” said offensive coordinator Luke Getsy. “Just in this season alone, how far along he’s come taking care of the football, being in control of the game. I think that’s been the coolest part since he’s come back. I just feel like he’s in control when he’s out there. That’s been a lot of fun to see. -LG
“His ability to progress (through reads) is better. His footwork is better. The protection part of it is outstanding. The completion percentage part of it is good. He’s throwing the ball accurately. The extended-play part of it has been a lot of fun to see him progress through that. So there’s been a lot of areas. I’m leaving other stuff out. But I…
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Author : NBC Sports Chicago
Publish date : 2024-01-03 23:26:15
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