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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields (2) in action during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton, File)

Jets GM says Fields is the starting QB and ‘we believe in Justin’

Justin Fields is the New York Jets’ QB1 right now and they hope for the foreseeable future. While speaking to reporters Sunday at the NFL’s league meetings, new general manager Darren Mougey left no doubt as to who’s atop the Jets’ depth chart.

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson (3) calls out at the line of scrimmage during the first half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)

Newly signed Russell Wilson says he expects to be the Giants’ starting QB this upcoming season

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) looks out over the line of scrimmage during an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Oct. 6, 2024 in London. (AP Photo/Steve Luciano, File)

Aaron Rodgers meets with the Pittsburgh Steelers and leaves without signing, AP source says

Minnesota Vikings quarterback JJ McCarthy stands before an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams Oct. 24, 2024, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun, File)

Vikings committed to J.J. McCarthy as starting QB after considering Aaron Rodgers, AP source says

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Tyler Johnson (18) runs with the ball past Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Jack Jones (18) during an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong, File)

Jets announce several free agent signings, including WR Tyler Johnson and edge rusher Rashad Weaver

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Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields signals to a teammate during the first half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

Justin Fields leads Bears to 28-13 win over NFC North-leading Lions

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff, left, and Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields meet after the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

Lions worried more about how Bears are playing than the possibility of payback for earlier comeback

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta (87) catches a pass as New Orleans Saints cornerback Paulson Adebo (29) and linebacker Demario Davis (56) defend during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Lions, Bears meet again after Detroit’s wild rally for win 3 weeks ago

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields speaks during a news conference after an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Monday, Nov. 27, 2023, in Minneapolis. The Bears won 12-10. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)

Final five games could go a long way toward determining Fields’ and Eberflus’ futures with Bears

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Pro Picks: Cowboys will edge the Eagles in an NFC East showdown in prime time

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) runs up field during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Monday, Nov. 27, 2023, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)

Bears can bask in win during bye week, though big questions remain to be answered

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) runs up field during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Monday, Nov. 27, 2023, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)

Bears can breathe at least a little easier at bye after ugly win at Minnesota

Chicago Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon (6) celebrates with teammates defensive end Montez Sweat (98) and linebacker Dylan Cole (55) after intercepting a pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Monday, Nov. 27, 2023, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)

Bears outlast Vikings 12-10 on 4th field goal by Santos after 4 interceptions of Dobbs

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Joshua Dobbs (15) breaks the tackle for a touchdown pass against the Denver Broncos during the first half on an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Bears-Vikings game could be a 2-person quarterback scramble with Fields and Dobbs both bound to run

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields walks off the field after the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)

Bears, Fields aim for more solid play in closing minutes vs. Vikings

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Danielle Hunter (99) celebrates with defensive tackle Harrison Phillips (97) after sacking New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Vikings aim for 3rd straight season sweep of Bears, who have lost 12 division games in a row

Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus calls a timeout during the first half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)

Bears’ coaching under scrutiny after blown lead vs. Lions

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) throws as Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson (97) gives chase during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

Justin Fields runs for 104 yards and passes for 169 in his return. Bears lose to Lions 31-26

Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery (5) runs in the endzone after his 1-yard rushing touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

NFC North-leading Lions rally from 12-point deficit late to beat Bears 31-26 on Montgomery’s TD run

FILE - Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) jogs off the field after the first half of the team's NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Oct. 15, 2023, in Chicago. Fields practiced Friday, Nov. 3, for the first time since dislocating his thumb in a game last month and moved closer to returning to the field on game day. Fields has been labeled doubtful for Sunday's game with New Orleans. He has been taking part in meetings and is aware of the game plan, even if the limited practice was his first since being injured. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski, File)

Bears say QB Justin Fields healthy enough to start against Lions

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields watches from the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Bears QB Justin Fields missed his 4th straight game; Eberflus wouldn’t say if he’ll play next week

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields walks to the locker room injured during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, in Chicago. On Field's jersey is the football and No. 51 patch honoring Dick Butkus. Fields never returned to the game. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields out again because of dislocated right thumb

Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent, right, fumbles as he is sacked by New Orleans Saints linebacker Demario Davis (56) during the second half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

QB Justin Fields’ return as starter still uncertain for Bears

FILE - Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) jogs off the field after the first half of the team's NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Oct. 15, 2023, in Chicago. Fields practiced Friday, Nov. 3, for the first time since dislocating his thumb in a game last month and moved closer to returning to the field on game day. Fields has been labeled doubtful for Sunday's game with New Orleans. He has been taking part in meetings and is aware of the game plan, even if the limited practice was his first since being injured. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski, File)

Chicago Bears QB Justin Fields doubtful after 1st practice since dislocating thumb

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler, left, talks with injured Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields after the Chargers defeated the Bears 30-13 in an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

Bears hope to bounce back after being dominated by Chargers. Fields to miss 3rd straight game

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler, left, talks with injured Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields after the Chargers defeated the Bears 30-13 in an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

Injured Bears QB Fields will miss his third straight game and Bagent will start again in his place

Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent leaves the field after his team defeated the Las Vegas Raiders in an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Rookie Tyson Bagent will likely start again for Bears with Justin Fields doubtful to play this week

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields walks to the locker room injured during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, in Chicago. On Field's jersey is the football and No. 51 patch honoring Dick Butkus. Fields never returned to the game. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Injured QB Justin Fields will likely miss his second straight game when Bears meet Chargers

Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent passes against the Las Vegas Raiders in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Rookie Tyson Bagent leads 3 TD drives in place of Justin Fields, Bears beat Raiders 30-12

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields walks to the locker room after being sacked during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Bears QB Justin Fields expected to avoid thumb surgery; Tyson Bagent to start vs. Raiders

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, center, is hauled down by New England Patriots linebacker Anfernee Jennings during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)

Bears turn to Bagent; Raiders will also go with a backup QB with Garoppolo out

Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent throws during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Backup QBs under the spotlight for Bears and Raiders with Fields and Garoppolo hurt

Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent (17) reacts after his 1-yard rush up the middle for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

QB Tyson Bagent has come a long way, from D-II to likely starter for Bears with Justin Fields hurt

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields walks to the locker room after being sacked during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Justin Fields’ dislocated thumb adds to the uncertainty for the Bears

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields walks to the locker room injured during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, in Chicago. On Field's jersey is the football and No. 51 patch honoring Dick Butkus. Fields never returned to the game. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Bears QB Justin Fields has dislocated thumb and is doubtful to play against Raiders