We’re in an era where social media plays a huge role in shaping the news cycle. Whether you agree with it or not, athletes have significant influence today, capable of conveying powerful messages even without issuing statements or posts. A prime example of this occurred Monday night when it was discovered that Justin Fields had unfollowed the Chicago Bears on Instagram.
Justin Fields unfollowing his current team on Instagram isn’t an unprecedented move in the world of sports. Many athletes have done the same thing in the past for various reasons, such as contract disputes, conflicts with management, or a desire to be traded. In Justin’s case, it’s unlikely that he has any malicious intentions or is actively seeking a trade. It’s possible that he’s simply reading the signs and anticipating a change, perhaps based on discussions with Ryan Poles, the Bears general manager. Alternatively, it could be a strategic move to generate a smoke screen of sorts. However, to dismiss this as unimportant or not news worthy would be inaccurate. With the NFL combine approaching, it’s likely that the Bears will make a decision regarding their quarterback situation soon after. At least one can hope.
In this week’s episode of the BFR Podcast, presented by Sports Mockery, Dave and Ficky chat with Robert Schmitz and Nick Whalen from the Bear With Us Podcast. Tune in for an engaging discussion on all things Bears, including off-season news, rumors, and more! Catch the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, or watch the video below.
