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.