Fields excited to begin fresh in Pittsburgh | News, Sports, Employment

Justin Fields, the former Chicago Bears quarterback, has found a new home in Pittsburgh with the Steelers. After three seasons with the Bears, Fields sensed his time was up during an exit meeting with Bears general manager Ryan Poles in January. When he received the call in mid-March that he was heading to Pittsburgh, Fields felt relief and optimism about the new opportunity.

Despite the Steelers signing Russell Wilson as the starter and not exercising Fields’ fifth-year option, Fields is excited to be part of the organization. He cited the culture and standard set by Steelers coach Mike Tomlin as the biggest appeal for him. Fields is grateful for the opportunity to learn from Wilson and push him while believing his best football is ahead of him.

The Steelers have made significant changes to their offense, including hiring Arthur Smith as the offensive coordinator and drafting new talent. Fields is eager to compete and improve every day, acknowledging the competition with Wilson but not settling for a backup role. He is determined to continue growing as a quarterback and make the most of this new chapter in Pittsburgh.

While some key players like Cam Heyward and Najee Harris were absent from the beginning of OTAs, the team remains focused on the upcoming season. Fields’ positive attitude and determination to succeed have already made an impact on his new teammates, and he is ready to prove himself on the field. The Steelers are hoping that Fields can be a valuable asset in their quest for postseason success.