You must pay attention when listening to The Score as much as you do to the game and did not see Fields stretching out his hammy....
Tom Thayer isn't sold on Justin Fields the quarterback yet
Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Bears Radio analyst Tom Thayer to break down the Bears' 27-24 loss to the Falcons on Sunday. Thayer isn't sold on Justin Fields the quarterback at this time.
So I just now went back and listened to the Thayer interview you are referencing. At no point did Thayer express “doubt” about Fields as an NFL quarterback. What he said specifically is that Fields needs more passing reps (and no one, and I mean no one disagrees with that). He did say he’s not always making timely decisions and getting the ball out fast enough. And no one disagree swith that either. That’s why I’m always mocking you with the “why isn’t he perfect?!” taunts.
What he also said about Fields, he doesn’t believe this offense is sustainable (which makes me wonder if he’s watched the Ravens the past few years); but I’m not lobbying for Fields to run 18x per game either.
He also praised Fields’ toughness and professionalism. He said he’s “all for Justin,” which would seem to imply he believes in him long term. He just wants more passing reps, which is a perfectly reasonable take. Not the “where’s the 300 yard passing games and wins; he’s a good RB” jackassery you’ve been pedaling.
At no point have I said Fields is a finished product. Your listening and interpretational skills are surprisingly lacking for a lawyer.
Fields is a dynamic talent, who’s improved a lot but still has a ways to go. It’s also important to understand he has very limited “help.” Meaning, next to none. Expecting a 2nd year QB to perform at an All-Pro level with what he has around him is beyond unreasonable. Yes, he still makes mistakes. More than we want to see. He’s not where he should be in a year or two, but he’s clearly progressing.