Mark Jon Gruden's words: 'Do not underestimate Mitch Trubisky'

Posted Oct 9, 2017
There's no telling what trajectory Mitch Trubisky's career will take or how he will perform in his debut against the Vikings on Monday night at Soldier Field, but at long last the Chicago Bears have a player who generates real optimism at a position teams must correctly fill to have any chance to win consistently. But wrap your arms around that hope with one giant bear hug. (Chicago Tribune)

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