Cole Kmet was always a fan of Justin Fields. The two grew close almost immediately and shared a strong connection since the quarterback arrived. Kmet had the two best seasons of his career with Fields under center. However, the NFL can be a cold-hearted business at times. After another season of failing to impress as a passer, the Chicago Bears felt it was time to try something new at quarterback. Fields was traded to Pittsburgh. That meant Kmet would have to get on board with whomever GM Ryan Poles brought in.