The Pittsburgh Steelers have made a significant decision regarding quarterback Justin Fields, and now the former temporary starter appears to be hinting at another potential change.
Coach Mike Tomlin faced a tough choice by replacing Fields in the starting lineup with Russell Wilson, despite the Steelers winning four of their first six games with Fields as quarterback. Last week, Wilson led the team to victory against the Jets and is expected to remain the starter for their upcoming Monday Night Football game against the Giants.
This situation raises questions about Fields, who is in the final year of his rookie contract and likely heading for free agency in March 2025. Adding to the uncertainty, he has recently been placed on the injury list due to a hamstring issue.
Prior to this news, Fields posted a cryptic message on social media that read, “PATIENTLY WAITING!!!” What exactly does this mean? Is he waiting to recover fully, hoping for another chance to take Wilson’s spot, or seeking to play alongside him? Could he be anticipating a trade if a team in need reaches out to the Steelers before the November 5 trade deadline?
With the Steelers currently at 5-2 and positioned as serious contenders in the AFC North, it seems logical that they may need two quarterbacks to maintain their success. Additionally, Pittsburgh is actively looking to acquire a wide receiver before the trade deadline.
So, what is Pittsburgh’s overall strategy? Like Fields, Steelers fans are also “patiently waiting” for answers.
