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Former Steelers QBs Wilson and Fields Reunite as New York’s Starting Quarterbacks

They reunited briefly at joint workouts before Saturday’s preseason matchup, tasked with stabilizing two underperforming New York franchises.

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Oct 20, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterbacks Justin Fields (2) and Russell Wilson (3) watch the action against the New York Jets during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Russell Wilson has been installed as the New York Giants’ starting quarterback, while Justin Fields holds the same role for the New York Jets.
  • The two former Pittsburgh rivals caught up during joint practices this week ahead of Saturday night’s preseason meeting between the Giants and Jets.
  • Wilson praised Fields as a great teammate, and Fields called Wilson an awesome mentor, highlighting their continued mutual respect.
  • Both quarterbacks arrive with dual missions to revive their own careers and help teams that combined for just eight victories last season.
  • Despite playing for neighboring franchises, Wilson and Fields have spent little off-field time together since arriving in New York.