New Bears WR cites Justin Fields as key factor in signing

Justin Fields did not take the NFL world by storm in his rookie season, but the Chicago Bears quarterback is apparently still a draw for free agents.

New Chicago Bears wide receiver Byron Pringle had huge praise for Fields after signing as a free agent. Pringle called Fields an “elite” quarterback whose style of play fit well with his own.

Byron Pringle: "Justin Fields, I see him being an elite quarterback. He keeps his legs alive. He knows how to extend plays. … I know I fit perfectly in this offense, especially with a quarterback like Justin Fields."

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Fields may turn out to be elite, but he has not shown it yet. He threw for seven touchdowns and ten interceptions in 2021, but some bumps in the road were inevitable for the rookie.

While Fields is viewed positively by most in the league, there do seem to be certain things that could halt any rise to stardom. Pringle is not buying that, but Fields will definitely want to show some progress in 2022 in order to live up to the billing.

Photo: May 15, 2021; Lake Forest, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) warms up during the NFL football team’s rookie minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports