There’s a quarterback competition brewing in Pittsburgh, but oddsmakers aren’t paying much attention to it.
Newly acquired signal-caller Russell Wilson is a -750 favorite at FanDuel Sportsbook to be the Steelers’ starting quarterback in Week 1 of the 2024 season, despite the team trading for Justin Fields. becomes. Justin Fields is a long shot at +450 to take Wilson away.
Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin confirmed Wilson would be at the top of the depth chart during an NFL owners meeting in late March, but left open the possibility that Fields could take that spot.
“At least initially, we’ve been very transparent about our hierarchy,” Tomlin said. According to ESPN. “I think this makes it clear for everyone involved. Russell is a veteran. He has a proven preparation process. He’s been in this league a long time. He has the ability to rally tight ends and running backs.
“He’s gained a lot of experience over a 12-month calendar in terms of what it takes to be a man, and I think that’s something a young guy like Justin can learn from.”
“Rest assured when the time comes for the game, Justin will be given the opportunity to play and we will allow them to sort themselves out,” Tomlin added.
After trading away Kenny Pickett in March, the Steelers made significant changes to their QB room, adding both Wilson and Fields.
Wilson, 35, played for the Broncos in 2023, throwing 26 touchdowns and eight interceptions.
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The nine-time Pro Bowler was benched by head coach Sean Payton in late December before being released by the club in March.
Fields threw 16 touchdowns in 13 games for the Bears in 2023, scoring four more touchdowns and recording nine interceptions.
Moving on from Fields, the Bears are widely expected to select USC quarterback Caleb Williams with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
