Chicago Bears trade Justin Fields to Pittsburgh Steelers…
The trade was reported five days after the Steelers signed nine-time Pro Bowl quarterback Russell Wilson to a one-year deal.
ESPN reported that Fields, a first-round pick in 2021, will not be competiting with Wilson for the starting job and will serve as his understudy in the quarterback room.
The deal clears the way for the Bears to draft a quarterback with the No 1 overall pick – perhaps USC’s Caleb Williams.
“We have engaged in multiple trade conversations in recent weeks and believe trading Justin at this time to Pittsburgh is what is best for both Justin and the Bears,” general manager Ryan Poles said in a statement. “Today we spoke to Justin to inform him of the trade and the rationale behind it for us as a club.
“We want to thank him for his tireless dedication, leadership and all he poured into our franchise and community the last three years and wish him the best towards a long and successful NFL career.”
Fields thanked Chicago and the organization, as well as his teammates in a post on X.
“Can’t say thank you enough to the city of Chicago for taking me in and embracing me,” he tweeted. “Thank you to the entire Bears organization and ownership for allowing me the opportunity to be part of such a historic franchise.
