Regarding rumors about which quarterback the Pittsburgh Steelers will start against the New York Jets on Sunday, Justin Fields said the onus is on him to dispel doubts against him.
And on Thursday, he admitted he had done no such thing.
With Russell Wilson representing the first team in practice this week, head coach Mike Tomlin has a decision to make at QB1. Will he join Fields, who led the team to a 4-2 start behind one of the best defenses in the league?
Or will they start Wilson, who was brought in as the starting QB from the beginning?
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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields smiles as he leaves the field after a game against the Las Vegas Raiders on October 13, 2024 in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)
“To tell you the truth, I don't think I played well enough,” Fields told reporters. “If I'm honest with myself, if I'm playing well enough, I don't think there's a question of, 'Who should play and who shouldn't play?'
Tomlin opened the door for Wilson to return. He said both Fields and the Steelers were “really good at times” through six weeks, but “should not be confused with great.”
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields, 2, celebrates with teammates after scoring a rushing touchdown during the second quarter of a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on October 13, 2024. ). (Stephen R. Silvany/Imagn Images)
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Fields was traded from the Chicago Bears to the Steelers, who planned to make Caleb Williams the starter for his rookie season. Fields has thrown 160 times for 1,106 yards, five touchdowns and one interception this season.
When asked about the possibility of relegation, he said: “I'm just going to do my job,” adding, “Whether it's playing, helping the players on the sideline, trying to help them see what I'm seeing.” “Let Russ know (or) help Russ if he's playing.” . ”
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson (3) warms up before a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on October 13, 2024 in Las Vegas. (Stephen R. Silvany/Imagn Images)
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The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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