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New York Post
28 Aug 2024


NextImg:Russell Wilson named Steelers’ starter after QB battle with Justin Fields

The Steelers will ride with Russell Wilson in Week 1.

The nine-time Pro Bowler has been named the Steelers’ starting quarterback following an offseason battle with Justin Fields, head coach Mike Tomlin announced Wednesday.

Russell Wilson was named the Steelers’ starting quarterback on Aug. 28, 2024. AP
Wilson spent the past two seasons with the Broncos. USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con

Wilson, 35, landed in Pittsburgh in March after a breakup with the Broncos, who ate $85 million in dead cap space to release him after a two-season union.

That same month, the Steelers acquired Fields, a 2021 first-round pick, who spent the past three seasons with the Bears.

Justin Fields was traded to the Steelers from the Bears this offseason. Lon Horwedel-USA TODAY Sports
Fields was the Bears’ first round pick in 2021. Getty Images

Wilson threw for 3,070 yards, 26 touchdowns and eight interceptions through 15 appearances last year.

He was benched the final two games with Jarrett Stidham getting the nod.

Meanwhile, the 25-year-old Fields threw for 2,562 yards, 16 touchdowns and nine interceptions in 13 games last year.

The Steelers open the season on the road against the Falcons on Sept. 8.