The Pittsburgh Steelers just made a total transformation of their quarterback room. In a span of just a few weeks, Kenny Pickett, Mitch Trubisky and Mason Rudolph were all gone.
As consequence, the Steelers and head coach Mike Tomlin had to make an upgrade trying to win their first Super Bowl in 15 years. Thatâs why, Russell Wilson and Justin Fields arrived.
Right now, the Pittsburgh Steelers might have the best No.1-No.2 duo at the QB position in the NFL. However, the big question for thousands of fans is who will be the starter during the 2024 season.
Justin Fields was traded by the Bears to the Steelers (Getty Images)
Who will be the Steelersâ starting quarterback in 2024?
Russell Wilson will be the starting quarterback of the Pittsburgh Steelers going into training camp. However, Justin Fields is ready to bring another level of competition.
In fact, insider Albert Breer explained how things unfolded. âSteelers coach Mike Tomlin was upfront with Justin Fieldsâtold him that Russell Wilson is the starter, and Fields will work from there. Fields has told people heâs excited for the new beginning. Tomlinâs connections at Ohio State run deep, so that didnât hurt.â
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Itâs very interesting situation around possible contract extensions. In Wilsonâs case, the Denver Broncos will pay him most of the 2024 salary ($38 million) and the Steelers are only responsible for $1.2 million. The veteran is trying to revamp his career and, a big year in Pittsburgh, could bring him a final massive contract before retirement.
Meanwhile, Justin Fields will enter his fourth-year in the NFL and heâs also looking for a huge deal. The problem is that, if the young QB doesnât play at all for the Steelers, itâs difficult to imagine any team taking a financial risk with him.
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