The Facts: Trubisky underwent surgery to repair the partially torn labrum in his left, non-throwing shoulder shortly after the conclusion of the regular season. The typical recovery time for a minor procedure such as this is a couple of months.
Diehards Line:
While GM Ryan Pace committed to Trubisky as the starter moving forward shortly after the 2019 finale, the former No. 2 overall pick appeared to regress in his third season. After throwing for 3,223 yards, 24 touchdowns and 12 interceptions in 2018's 12-4 campaign, Trubisky threw for 3,138 yards, just 17 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions. "The word that comes to my mind this season is 'regression,'" Pace said. "Why did we regress in so many areas? We need to figure that out." This season will mean a lot for both Trubisky and the Bears. As a first-round pick, Chicago has a fifth-year option on their quarterback, but they will have to pick it up by early May in order to keep Trubisky on his rookie deal through the 2021 season. ... We'll be watching for more.