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Steelers Could Have Competition for QB Favorite
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers must make a decision in regards to who will be the signal-caller of the future for the team.
In a year that has a relatively weak group of quarterbacks in the upcoming draft class, the Steelers will need to make a tough choice in regards to who will be in charge come Week 1 of the next season.
One option would be retaining their backup quarterback in Justin Fields, whose relative youth and rushing upside provide a decent option at the position.
That being said, they might not be the only team vying for Fields’ services.
Pro Football Focus’ Mason Cameron believes that the Jets, not the Steelers, are the top option for Fields as he enters free agency.
“Despite ceding starting duties to Russell Wilson after leading the Steelers to a 4-2 record in 2024, Fields showed marked improvement. ” Cameron wrote. “Through the first month of the year, the 25-year-old quarterback generated a 78.0 PFF passing grade, a mark that could have paced his career high.”
While PFF grades should be taken with a grain of salt, the Steelers showed they had a high-upside option with Fields.
“The Jets are amidst an overhaul of football operations, searching for a general manager and head coach while also trying to navigate a strenuous situation under center. Aaron Rodgers’ future is very much in limbo.” Cameron wrote. “But, his $49 million dead cap hit in 2025 gives him significant leverage in those discussions. If New York hopes to move on from the veteran, it will have to eat that bill; leaving the team with little left over to negotiate for another passer.”
If the Jets wish to move on from Rodgers, a move to Fields could change their offense completely, as he plays the position quite differently than Rodgers does at this point. The Steelers might try their best to not let Fields go, however.
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50 Leaders Give Their Rx for Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O’Connor, Pt. VII – Pittsburgh Quarterly
Mark Opitz, Managing Partner, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh stands at a promising moment of civic reinvention, with an opportunity to build on its leadership in AI, robotics, and advanced innovation to create a more vibrant urban future. A key priority for the mayor could be strengthening confidence in Downtown by continuing its evolution from a 9-to-5 employment center into a mixed-use neighborhood that attracts workers, residents, students, and visitors throughout the entire week.
To advance that vision, the mayor should give consideration to public safety, cleanliness, and mobility, along with creative reuse of underutilized office space for housing, emerging companies, and cultural activity. Equally important is sending a clear, consistent signal that Pittsburgh welcomes investment and partnership. Regulatory predictability, efficient approvals, and strong collaboration among the city, employers, institutions, and neighboring communities can help align development with market realities. By pairing economic ambition with quality of life, the city’s leadership can position Downtown — and the city — as confident, innovative, and open for growth.
One of Pittsburgh’s biggest goals before hosting the NFL Draft was to modernize Market Square. It is just one of the spaces in the downtown area that is being transformed for the massive event.
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