Bears' GM Ryan Poles Makes Tough Call Trades Justin Fields to Steelers

Ryan Poles the general manager of the Chicago Bears faced a challenging decision regarding quarterback Justin Fields. With Fields entering his fourth season and questions about his development, Poles opted to trade him to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Bears received a 2025 sixth-round pick potentially converting to a fourth-rounder based on Fields’ playing time.

Despite initially seeking higher compensation, Poles prioritized doing right by Fields and avoiding prolonged uncertainty. The move also ensures a clear path for the Bears’ new quarterback with the team poised for competitiveness given recent roster upgrades.

 This decision marks a departure from past strategies emphasizing clarity and support for the incoming quarterback.