Former Bears quarterback Justin Fields only wanted Pittsburgh as his next NFL home.
Four NFL teams inquired about the 25-year-old quarterback before the Bears traded Field to the Steelers on Saturday, but the player’s camp “asked not to be traded there” because he “wanted it with the Steelers.” ”. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports. Sunday.
The names of the four suitors have not been disclosed.
Fields’ move from Chicago comes a day after the Steelers traded third-year QB Kenny Pickett to the Eagles after Pittsburgh agreed to a one-year deal with Russell Wilson — Eagles He will be the backup to starter Jalen Hurts.
Wilson welcomed Fields to the team on Saturday, fresh off two disappointing seasons in Denver. Post to X: “Okay, @justnfields! This is how the QB room battle will go. [fire emoji]”
Fields, the Bears’ No. 10 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, will be among the Bears’ No. 10 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, as Chicago holds the No. 1 pick in this year’s draft and is expected to select USC quarterback Caleb Williams. It was at the center of monthly trade speculation.
The Bears almost showed their chops Saturday by trading for Fields.
“I can’t thank the city of Chicago enough for welcoming me and embracing me.” field wrote In a farewell message on Saturday. “I want to thank all of the Bears organization and owners for giving me the opportunity to be a part of such a historic franchise. But most of all I want to thank all of my brothers that I played with. It’s all thanks to all of you for this attack. I can’t thank you enough for what you’ve meant to me through the ups and downs of the past three years. I wish each and every one of you every success. I’m ready for the next chapter!”
The Steelers could trade Fields for a conditional 2025 sixth-round pick and a fourth-round pick in 2024 if the quarterback plays 51 percent of the snaps. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Upon joining Pittsburgh, Fields was told by Steelers coach Mike Tomlin that the 35-year-old Wilson would start. Sports Illustrated’s Albert Brier reports. Saturday.
The first week of NFL free agency was a heated game of quarterback musical chairs.
In addition to Fields and Wilson going to Pittsburgh, the Vikings also signed former quarterback Kirk Cousins to the Falcons on a four-year, $180 million deal.
Joe Flacco joined the Colts on a one-year contract worth up to $8.7 million after making the playoffs with the Browns.
The Commanders and Patriots, who traded young veterans Sam Howell and Mac Jones to the Seahawks and Jaguars, respectively, are expected to select quarterbacks with the second and third picks in the 2024 NFL Draft, behind No. 1 Chicago. There is.
