Comparing your developing quarterback to Aaron Rodgers generally is a non-starter in the NFL, especially with the Bears. Coaches are wired to avoid it for obvious reasons. It’s an unfair comparison, and all it can do is set the bar too high.
So it was worth noting that Bears offensive coordinator Luke Getsy dared to bring up Rodgers — unprompted, even — when asked about Justin Fields’ second-half performance against the 49ers that was a clear step up from a dreadful first half.
“I was impressed with the way he communicated in that game, really impressed,” said Getsy, who was Rodgers’ position coach the previous three seasons.