Mitch Trubisky overcame a sluggish start in his week three preseason game to have a terrific afternoon in Nashville. He completed 10-of-15 passes for 128 yards and a touchdown. One of those incompletions was an ugly drop by Victor Cruz that would’ve extended a drive near the end of the game. The rookie also had a nifty nine-yard run that got a first down earlier. It was a performance that convinced future Hall of Fame tight end Tony Gonzalez that the decision is easy at this point. The Bears start Trubisky.
It started out innocently enough. Gonzalez was working post-game analysis and asked about the overall impression he got from the Bears offseason. Thanks in large part to the young quarterback, he was convinced they deserved high marks. Not only that, but he envisioned brighter days ahead for the franchise.
Understand that this is a 14-time Pro Bowler saying this. A man who played with other Pro Bowl quarterbacks in his day like Trent Green and of course Matt Ryan. He’s come to know what the good QBs look like in the NFL. So for him to say things like that is pretty special. Of course he wasn’t done.
Gonzalez believes the Bears start Trubisky is only option
Next came up the inevitable question. What do the Bears do moving forward. They have a big decision to make for opening day on September 10th against the Atlanta Falcons. Do they stick to the plan with Mike Glennon or roll the dice on Trubisky? Gonzalez made his stance crystal clear.
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Wow. Not only does he think Trubisky should start right away, he also believes that move is capable of putting the Bears into the playoffs. A month ago people would’ve thought he was nut. However, after a strong preseason by the defense and the running game, he may have a point. This team could be decent QB play away from contending in the NFC North.
Trubisky has come along much faster than anyone anticipated. Sure he’s bound to make his share of mistakes, but is there any real reason to hold him back at this point? A Hall of Fame tight end doesn’t think so.
