At the start of the season, Russell Wilson was thought to be the Pittsburgh Steelers’ No. 1 QB. However, the 35-year-old’s ankle injury has allowed Justin Fields to showcase his full talent.
The fields had good numbers against blitz in Pittsburgh’s 20-10 win over the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, via Pro Football Focus (PFF).
“Justin Fields vs. the Blitz in Week 3:
🟡 8/9
🟡 119 passing yards
🟡 1 TD
“🟡 0 turnover-worthy plays,” the outlet reported.
Fields is learning to be decisive under pressure, a key trait for an NFL quarterback. Plus, the Ohio State alum avoids turnovers, which is a big reason the Steelers are 3-0.
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While Wilson might still have a chance to get his job back once he heals, it will be difficult for head coach Mike Tomlin to bench Fields if he continues to win games.
Regardless, Fields’ maturity is evident on and off the field. In addition to keeping the ball out of harm’s way, the former Chicago Bear is stay focused on the task in front of him rather than worrying about skeptics, via Penn Live’s Austin Hertzog.
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“I don’t really worry about that. I just want to prove myself,” Fields said. “I know what kind of player I am. I’ve trained for this my whole life. At the end of the day, my teammates help me be great. To be honest, I just feel good to be in this position.”
While Fields was best known for his ground production in Chicago, his efficiency through the air this season has been remarkable. The 25-year-old has completed 73.3 percent of his passes for 518 yards, with two touchdowns and one interception.
“I’ve made a lot of progress over the last year and the last few months, so I feel a lot more confident on the field,” Fields continued. “It means a lot to me, but at the end of the day, it’s not just me winning games. I’m just happy to be a part of this team, this organization. I’m really looking forward to continuing that momentum against Indy.”
With the Steelers signing Wilson to a one-year deal and declining Fields’ 2025 option after trading him, both players were signed on short-term timetables. That gives Pittsburgh a buffer season to figure out the quarterback position after Kenny Pickett’s departure. The club now appears to have one of the best signal-caller situations in the league, with an elite defense to boot.
