That is largely the reason Fields is now a Jet. The Steelers did not guarantee Fields anything beyond the first year, and as a result, he had no long-term security. With the Jets, Fields at least have the security of knowing he will be there for both years of his contract, and even if he is cut, he will see the rest of the money.

For the past several days it felt like the Pittsburgh Steelers starting quarterback in 2025 was going to be Justin Fields. It's what all the pundits were saying and all signs pointed to Fields back in a Steelers uniform.

Mike Tomlin is staying with the Pittsburgh Steelers, but the coach left the door open for wholesale quarterback change going into the 2025 NFL season. Accordingly, all signs point to veteran Russell Wilson exiting via free agency, as noted by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, and backup Justin Fields taking over.