Chris Canty, a former Super Bowl champion, said that Justin Fields deserves all of the criticism he is receiving for his play this season. Fields has struggled in his first two seasons as the Bears’ starting quarterback, and he has been criticized for his poor decision-making and lack of accuracy.
Canty said that Fields needs to be held accountable for his play, and that he can’t blame the coaching staff for his struggles.
“Justin Fields deserves all the smoke,” Canty said on ESPN’s First Take. “You can’t get in front of the media and say, ‘Well yeah, the coaching staff might be the reason why I’m playing like a robot and give the media no other plausible explanation as to why you might have poor play.'”
Canty said that Fields needs to start playing better, and that he needs to show that he is the quarterback of the future for the Bears.
“Justin Fields has to start playing better,” Canty said. “He has to show that he’s the guy. He has to show that he’s the quarterback of the future for the Chicago Bears.”
Fields has thrown for 1,289 yards, six touchdowns, and four interceptions this season. He has also rushed for 188 yards and two touchdowns.
The Bears are currently 2-4, and they are in last place in the NFC North.
"Justin Fields deserves all the smoke." 😳
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— Get Up (@GetUpESPN) September 22, 2023Canty’s comments are sure to spark debate among Bears fans. Some fans will agree with Canty, while others will defend Fields.
It is important to note that Canty is a former player and analyst, and he is not a member of the Bears’ coaching staff. He is simply offering his opinion on Fields’ play.
Ultimately, it is up to the Bears’ coaching staff and management to decide whether or not Fields is the quarterback of the future.
