Frequently Asked Questions
What are Justin Fields' projected stats for the 2022 season?
Fields is projected to throw for 4,067 yards and 24 touchdowns with 12 interceptions, while adding 700 rushing yards and 7 rushing TDs. This would make him the first Bears quarterback in history to surpass 4,000 passing yards, totaling 4,767 yards and 31 total touchdowns.
Who will be the Bears' second leading receiver in 2022?
Cole Kmet is projected to be the second leading receiver behind Darnell Mooney. In his third year, Kmet could flirt with 900 receiving yards after finishing with 612 yards last season despite constant quarterback changes.
Will Byron Pringle or Velus Jones Jr. get more targets this season?
Byron Pringle is expected to command more targets than rookie Velus Jones Jr. Pringle had 60 targets with Kansas City and has NFL experience, while Jones will need time to adjust to the league and gain Justin Fields' trust.
Who is the Bears' biggest X-factor for 2022?
Justin Fields is the offensive X-factor who will need to make players around him better since the Bears didn't spend big in free agency. On defense, Trevis Gipson is the X-factor as he'll need to replace Khalil Mack's production and could be the primary pass rusher if Robert Quinn is traded.
What are realistic expectations for the Bears' record in 2022?
The Bears could still be a 6-8 win team even if Fields has a stellar sophomore season. The 2022 season isn't about contending but rather finding out what they have before building through next year's free agency and draft when they'll have more financial resources and draft picks.