Justin Fields has improved dramatically as the Bears hit the halfway point of the 2022 NFL season.
The other part of the experience puzzle is Fields becoming more comfortable with Luke Getsy’s scheme, and Getsy becoming more comfortable with Fields’ strengths. As the two continue to grow together, so will the offense. That’s something Eberflus can feel as he watches Fields and Getsy work together over the weeks. Fields is also continuing to learn when to extend a play, and when to admit defeat and move on to the next snap.
“Main thing is not forcing the big plays, just letting them come to me,” Fields said. “Of course, I've always thought I've been able to make the big play but I think the one thing you can't do is force big plays and just kind of let them come to you. “Just take what the defense gives you. Play every play out. Situationally, what's the down and distance? What do we need to accomplish on this play? Of course, if there is a big play there, then take it. We have certain plays where we want to call a shot, we are taking a shot down field. There's other plays where we just want to get a few yards or just get a completion."
Fields growth is fun to watch, but it also likely won’t be an arrow pointing straight up. We’re probably going to see more games this season where Fields and the offense have a tough time getting into a rhythm. There will be games where they struggle to put up points. The main thing is that Fields is starting to play more consistently, more often. The goal is to continue to reach peaks, with fewer trips to the valley.
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