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Claypool was scratched from the game-day squad
for the second contest in a row on Thursday as the Bears visited
the Washington Commanders. He was inactive for the game on
Sunday against the Denver Broncos, days after he criticized the
team regarding his lack of involvement in the game plan.
On Monday, the Bears told Claypool to stay home while the squad
practiced ahead of the Washington game. Then on Thursday, Poles
weighed in on where Claypool stands with the club, less than a
year after the receiver arrived in a midseason trade.
"I think Chase is going to learn from this situation, we all
will, and I wish him luck moving forward throughout his career,"
the general manager said while speaking before the game on ESPN
1000 radio.
"You're always disappointed in the situation and it's definitely
something I take ownership of. Last year, in the situation we
were in, we wanted to add another receiver to the offense, not
only to help us be more productive but also to help Justin
(Fields, the quarterback,) take the next step.
"The right thought process was there and I feel comfortable with
that. Unfortunately, it didn't work out and we were hoping for
(Claypool) to be a little bit more productive and be someone
that could help us take it to the next level.
"I wish him luck."
Claypool, 25, was acquired last November in a trade with the
Pittsburgh Steelers. He has just four catches (on 14 targets)
for 51 yards and a touchdown in three games this season. He is
playing in the final season of his rookie contract.
The 2020 second-round draft pick has 171 catches for 2,235 yards
and 13 touchdowns in 49 games (32 starts) with the Steelers and
the Bears.
Chicago coach Matt Eberflus said recently that the team was
exploring "all possibilities" regarding Claypool's future.
--Field Level Media
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