Why the Bears drafted him: The Bears need a quarterback of the future, and they believe Fields could be that player strongly enough that Pace gave up four draft picks — including first-rounders this year and next — to grab him. Pace unleashed a long list of desirable traits Fields will bring to the Bears quarterbacks room, starting with arm talent, accuracy, athleticism, work ethic and experience in big games. Fields threw for 5,373 yards with 63 touchdowns and nine interceptions and rushed for 867 yards and 15 touchdowns in 22 games over two seasons at Ohio State. That includes throwing for 385 yards and six touchdowns despite being injured by a big hit in the College Football Playoff semifinal win over Clemson. Pace said the Bears plan to develop Fields behind starter Andy Dalton for now.
Chicago Bears draft tracker: Bears take Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields at No. 11 — and hold the 52nd and 83rd picks Friday
