C.J. Stroud expresses his opinion on the course of action the Bears should take with Justin Fields.

As the NFL season kicks off, a major storyline for the upcoming 2024 NFL Draft revolves around the Chicago Bears and their decision regarding quarterback Justin Fields. Holding the No. 1 overall pick for the second consecutive year, the team faces a crucial choice.

In the previous draft, the Bears opted to trade the top pick to the Carolina Panthers, bypassing several promising franchise quarterbacks, including C.J. Stroud. Stroud, who ended up with the Houston Texans, made an immediate impact, guiding them to the NFL playoffs. This move is now seen as a potential misstep, given Fields’ limited progress in the 2023 season.

Recently, when asked about the Bears’ future with Fields, Stroud subtly hinted at the team’s decision last year, implying they should have chosen him. He commented, “They should if they’re smart, but you know…”

With the No. 1 overall pick, the Bears have a golden opportunity to select the highly talented quarterback Caleb Williams from the University of Southern California. Williams is regarded as a prospect who could mirror Stroud’s rapid rise to stardom and become a potential superstar in the future.

While indications point toward the Bears trading Fields and selecting Williams at No. 1, the landscape can evolve in the months leading up to the draft. The Bears need to make a decision soon to solidify their strategy for draft day.