Justin Fields breaks silence on controversial social media activity amid uncertainty around Bears future

Justin Fields recently unfollowed the Chicago Bears, leading many to believe that the franchise had made a decision on the quarterback's future. With the Bears expected to draft Caleb Williams in the 2024 NFL Draft, Fields is likely to leave the team, and his social media activity fueled the speculation.

The Bears quarterback was recently questioned about that by Amon Ra-St. Brown and Equanimeous St. Brown. Fields clarified that he has no animosity toward the franchise and simply unfollowed them to avoid seeing football-related content on his timeline as he prepares to go on vacation.

Fields said:

"I'm glad we talking about it because why do people take social media so seriously? I still mess with the Bears. I'm just trying to take a little break. I unfollowed the Bears and the NFL. I'm not just trying to have football on my timeline."

"Just because you don't follow the girl on IG doesn't mean you're not messing with her. ... It's something that I don't want to see on my timeline, I'm about to go on vacation."

All signs point to Justin Fields leaving Chicago, but it will be interesting to see how the franchise approaches the next few weeks as we get closer to the draft.

The former first-round pick is coming off a season where he showed signs of improvement. In 13 games, he threw for 2,562 yards, 16 touchdowns and nine interceptions with a passer rating of 86.3.

Getting Caleb Williams will be the right decision for the franchise, as they would get a generational prospect reset their quarterback contract cycle, which would help in building a better roster.

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Justin Fields expected to play for the Falcons next season

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The Atlanta Falcons have emerged as the favorites to sign Justin Fields this offseason. The quarterback will likely be traded around the draft. The NFC South franchise would be an excellent fit for him.

The Falcons recently hired Raheem Morris as their new coach, and Fields, whose hometown is close to Atlanta, would be an ideal quarterback for their culture.

The Falcons have talented players like Drake London, Bijan Robinson and Kyle Pitts who could help Fields play up to his true potential. The Bears quarterback is following some Falcons players on Instagram, and it appears that he has a good relationship with them.

Fields mentioned that he wants to stay in Chicago, but the situation is not in his control, as the Bears have a very big decision to make.

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