Justin Fields Traded to Steelers, Bears Eye Caleb Williams as Replacement

The Chicago Bears have traded quarterback Justin Fields to the Pittsburgh Steelers, turning their focus to potentially drafting Caleb Williams as their new franchise quarterback.

The Chicago Bears traded Justin Fields to the Pittsburgh Steelers for a conditional 2025 sixth-round pick, which could become a fourth-rounder if Fields takes over 51% of Pittsburgh's offensive snaps in 2024.
Fields' performance, including setting the second-highest single-season rushing mark for a QB and finishing in the top 10 of MVP voting in 2022, was not enough to secure his position with the Bears.
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell expressed relief at Fields' departure from the NFC North, describing him as a 'dangerous' player who was difficult to defend.
Chicago is hopeful that USC quarterback Caleb Williams, admired for his arm talent and leadership, will be their pick as the franchise quarterback in the upcoming NFL draft.
Bears general manager Ryan Poles described trading Fields as one of the hardest decisions, emphasizing the respect the team holds for him.