How secure is the Steelers’ tradition? | The Herd
Pittsburgh Steelers HC Mike Tomlin stated there’s “no want” to call Justin Fields the beginning QB regardless of a 3-0 begin. Colin Cowherd discusses stability and continuity inside a soccer group and the way it contributes to a profitable tradition.
A change of surroundings appears to have labored out for quarterback Justin Fields.
The 25-year-old’s time with the Chicago Bears got here to an finish when the group agreed to a commerce with the Pittsburgh Steelers in March. The Bears acquired a conditional draft decide in alternate for Fields. Bears basic supervisor Ryan Tempo confirmed the group “engaged in a number of commerce conversations” main as much as the transaction and in the end felt assured that sending Fields to Pittsburgh was “finest for each Justin and the Bears.”
Throughout a current look on Fields’ teammate Cameron Heyward’s “Not Simply Soccer” podcast, the sign caller revealed the three groups he was conscious of that expressed curiosity in buying him by way of a commerce.
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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields warms up earlier than an NFL soccer recreation in opposition to the Los Angeles Chargers in Pittsburgh on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. (AP Picture/Gene J. Puskar)
Based on Fields, the Los Angeles Chargers, Baltimore Ravens and Las Vegas Raiders have been all vying for his companies this offseason.
“I’m undecided of all of the groups, however there have been a number of groups that already had solidified quarterbacks, and I didn’t wish to try this,” Fields stated. “Chargers have been one. Ravens have been one other. Raiders, they talked a little bit bit … who else was in there, I don’t know.”
STEELERS COACH MIKE TOMLIN: ‘NO NEED’ TO NAME JUSTIN FIELDS STARTING QB
Fields would probably have been listed because the No. 2 quarterback if he landed in Los Angeles or Baltimore. Justin Herbet has solidified himself because the Chargers starter, whereas Lamar Jackson earned the second MVP award of his profession final season.
On March 11, reviews surfaced saying the Raiders and quarterback Gardner Minshew agreed to the phrases of a two-year contract. Fields was traded to the Steelers on March 16.
Quarterback Justin Fields, #2 of the Pittsburgh Steelers, appears on after beating the Denver Broncos 13-6 at Empower Area At Mile Excessive on Sept. 15, 2024 in Denver. (Justin Edmonds/Getty Pictures)
In Pittsburgh, nevertheless, Fields had the chance to compete for the beginning quarterback job. The Steelers introduced in Tremendous Bowl winner Russell Wilson, who successfully received the beginning function popping out of coaching camp.
Nevertheless, an damage shortly earlier than the Steelers season opener thrust Fields into the beginning lineup for a recreation in opposition to his hometown Atlanta Falcons.
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields, #2, drops again to cross in opposition to the Atlanta Falcons within the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sept. 8, 2024. (Brett Davis-Imagn Pictures)
Fields has discovered his footing in Pittsburgh and has helped carry the Steelers to a 3-0 begin. He has performed effectively inside first-year offensive coordinator Arthur Smith’s system.
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Fields has solely dedicated one turnover via the primary three video games of the season and the Steelers protection has stymied opponents. The mix has created a profitable system.
The Steelers journey to Indianapolis this weekend for a Week 4 matchup with the Colts.
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