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Chicago Sun-Times
Chicago Sun-Times
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Jason Lieser

Bears want running to be part of QB Justin Fields’ game, but not the majority of it

Justin Fields became the third quarterback in NFL history to rush for 1,000 yards in a season. (Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)

MOBILE, Ala. — While Justin Fields has a long way to go as a passer and that will be vital in solidifying his place as the Bears’ franchise quarterback, he has established himself as the most explosive runner at the position. And the Bears would be crazy to try to scrub that from his game.

They want to reduce his reliance on scrambling, but it’s always going to be valuable.

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