Rumors are swirling about potential changes to the Pittsburgh Steelers’ quarterback lineup, with speculation focusing on the possibility of acquiring Justin Fields from the Chicago Bears.
Fields, a former first-round pick, has one year left on his rookie contract and faces uncertainty given the Bears’ high draft picks this year.
ESPN’s Adam Schefter suggested the Steelers may target a veteran QB like Ryan Tannehill, Russell Wilson, or Fields, especially noting coach Mike Tomlin’s apparent interest in Fields.
Despite facing challenges in Chicago, including numerous sacks and a lackluster supporting cast, Fields has shown improvement, notably reducing interceptions and achieving career highs in passing yards and wins.
Pittsburgh witnessed Fields’ potential firsthand during a memorable performance on ‘Monday Night Football.’ Any move for Fields would likely involve draft pick compensation to the Bears.
Other veteran QB options include Tannehill, who excelled under Steelers’ offensive coordinator Arthur Smith, while current backup Mason Rudolph seems inclined for a fresh start elsewhere.
The incoming quarterback will vie with Kenny Pickett, who hopes to bounce back from a shortened 2023 season due to injury, for the starting role.
