Steelers Face Key Decision Between Russell Wilson and Justin Fields for 2025
Team owner Art Rooney II emphasizes the need to prioritize one quarterback as both express a desire to start next season.
- Russell Wilson and Justin Fields both played for the Steelers in 2024 but are unlikely to return together in 2025 due to their mutual desire to be starters.
- Wilson, 36, signed a one-year deal with Pittsburgh after being released by the Broncos, while Fields completed the final year of his rookie contract after a trade from Chicago.
- Art Rooney II, Steelers president, stated the team will prioritize signing one quarterback and may also explore options in the draft to address the position long-term.
- Wilson expressed his hope to remain with the Steelers and finish his career there, while Rooney acknowledged Fields' younger age as a factor in the decision-making process.
- The Steelers ended their 2024 season with a five-game losing streak, including a Wild Card loss to Baltimore, prompting Rooney to emphasize the importance of resolving the quarterback situation.