The Pittsburgh Steelers have been dealing with a quarterback competition between Russell Wilson and Justin Fields. Despite Wilson being limited by a calf injury during the first half of training camp, coach Mike Tomlin has confirmed that Wilson is ahead of Fields in the race for the starting quarterback job. The release of the Steelers‘ first depth chart listed Wilson as the starter and Fields as second. While Wilson won’t be participating in the upcoming preseason game against the Houston Texans, Fields will have the chance to showcase his skills and potentially gain ground on Wilson.
Coach Tomlin emphasized that everything is an audition in the Steelers‘ training camp, not only for Fields but also for other players. He reiterated that the competition for the starting quarterback position is real, and what happens in actual games carries more weight than what occurs in practice. With Wilson still recovering from his calf injury, Fields has been taking advantage of the first-team reps in both team periods and walkthroughs, making the most of the opportunities presented to him.
Fields has been impressive in his connection with wide receivers such as George Pickens and Van Jefferson. He has also showcased his running ability, challenging the Steelers‘ defense during practices. Coach Tomlin praised Fields for his competitive spirit, emphasizing how well he has acclimated himself to the team environment and let his talent shine. Fields‘ commitment to getting better every day and building chemistry with his teammates has not gone unnoticed by the coaching staff.
Aside from the quarterback situation, the Steelers have also been in talks with the San Francisco 49ers about a potential trade for wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. While Coach Tomlin did not offer any specific details about the possibility of adding players to the wide receiver room, speculations have been made about potential moves in the future. The Steelers‘ front office seems to be exploring various options to strengthen the team and provide additional support for the offense.
The Pittsburgh Steelers‘ quarterback situation remains a focal point of attention during training camp. While Russell Wilson currently holds the edge over Justin Fields for the starting job, the competition is far from over. Fields continues to impress with his performances and work ethic, making a strong case for himself as a viable candidate for the position. As the preseason progresses, all eyes will be on how the quarterback battle unfolds and whether any additional moves are made to bolster the team’s roster.
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