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Steelers Stick with Justin Fields as Russell Wilson Rehabs Calf Injury

Coach Mike Tomlin declines to name Fields the permanent starter but confirms he will start against the Colts in Week 4.

  • Justin Fields will start his fourth consecutive game for the Steelers as Russell Wilson continues to recover from a calf injury.
  • Coach Mike Tomlin has not committed to Fields as the permanent starting quarterback, citing no immediate need to make that decision.
  • Fields has led the Steelers to a 3-0 start, completing 73% of his passes and throwing just one interception.
  • Russell Wilson, who was initially named the starter, aggravated his calf injury before the season opener and has been limited in practice.
  • Tomlin praised Fields' competitive nature and accuracy but emphasized the need for better starts in games to sustain their early success.
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