Justin Fields
25-Year-Old
2023 Pass/Rush Stats
YDS
2562
TD
16
INT
9
YDS
657
TD
4
2024 Projections
2023 Fantasy Outlook
Fields finished sixth in fantasy scoring among quarterbacks last season, almost completely thanks to rushing production. He had the second most rushing yards by a QB in league history and added eight rushing touchdowns in 15 games. Fields ran for at least 70 yards three times, including totals of 132, 147 and an all-time QB-record 178 in Week 9. His passing, though, did not improve much from his woeful rookie season. Fields ranked 29th in on-target percentage (68.2) and 31st in completion percentage (60.4). His 3.5 INT rate ranked 32nd of 33 qualified QBs, and despite his big arm, Fields ranked among the least effective QBs for downfield passing by most metrics. But Fields had little help in an offense devoid of playmakers. That’s why the Bears traded this year’s No. 1 overall pick to the Panthers for standout WR DJ Moore (and more draft picks). Moore gives Fields a legitimate No. 1 receiver and allows Darnell Mooney to return to a secondary role after being miscast last year (before a Week 12 season-ending injury). Chase Claypool, a non-factor last year after a midseason trade, could have a bigger role after an offseason to dive into OC Luke Getsy’s playbook. At tight end, Cole Kmet and Robert Tonyan are both capable pass catchers. The offensive line is a potential weak point, but 10th overall pick Darnell Wright should immediately upgrade RT. Fields at least has a better set up entering his third season, so even if his rushing regresses slightly, modest improvements in accuracy and passing volume could push him into the top 5 of fantasy quarterbacks. Read Past Outlooks
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Won't get fifth-year option
The Steelers aren't expected to pick up the fifth-year option on Fields' rookie contract, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
It perhaps goes without saying, given that Fields is coming in as the second QB on the depth chart and would be guaranteed around $25.66 million in 2025 if the Steelers were to pick up his option before the May 2 deadline. While the team may have interest in keeping him around beyond the upcoming season, it won't be at that price before he's ever put on a Steelers uniform. Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports that fellow offseason acquisition Russell Wilson will enter offseason workouts in "pole position" at quarterback, with Fields then getting a chance to compete at some point in the future, according to coach Mike Tomlin. Fields is on track to be a free agent next spring, and his playing time between now and then seems largely dependent on Wilson struggling.
It perhaps goes without saying, given that Fields is coming in as the second QB on the depth chart and would be guaranteed around $25.66 million in 2025 if the Steelers were to pick up his option before the May 2 deadline. While the team may have interest in keeping him around beyond the upcoming season, it won't be at that price before he's ever put on a Steelers uniform. Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports that fellow offseason acquisition Russell Wilson will enter offseason workouts in "pole position" at quarterback, with Fields then getting a chance to compete at some point in the future, according to coach Mike Tomlin. Fields is on track to be a free agent next spring, and his playing time between now and then seems largely dependent on Wilson struggling.
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Bad Pass %
18.6%Avg Target Depth
7.7 YdsSack Rate
10.6%Avg Receiver YAC
5.7 YdsReceiver Drop %
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Measurables Review
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How do Justin Fields' measurables compare to other quarterbacks?
This section compares his draft workout metrics with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that metric and it would be considered average.
* All metrics are from his Pro Day (not the combine).
Height
6' 3"Weight
228 lbs40-Yard Dash
4.46 secHand Length
9.13 inArm Length
32.50 in
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No decision on option
The Steelers will not decide on Fields' fifth-year option until after the NFL Draft concludes, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Both parties are in a tricky situation, as Fields has yet to play a down for the Steelers but would be owed $25.7 million in 2025. The potential solution could be the Steelers declining the option, then coming to a short-term agreement at a lesser salary as Fields attempts to improve his market value. The Packers and Jordan Love followed a similar model in 2023 and may have provided the path forward in this case.
Both parties are in a tricky situation, as Fields has yet to play a down for the Steelers but would be owed $25.7 million in 2025. The potential solution could be the Steelers declining the option, then coming to a short-term agreement at a lesser salary as Fields attempts to improve his market value. The Packers and Jordan Love followed a similar model in 2023 and may have provided the path forward in this case.
Past Fantasy Outlooks
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2021
Fields endured a rough rookie year after taking the starting job Week 3 last season. The dual-threat QB was only a threat on the ground (420 yards, two TD), while his on-target percentage (70.0) ranked 29th and his completion percentage (58.9) was 30th. He tried to put his strong arm to use with a 9.8-yard average target depth, second in the league only to Russell Wilson, and his downfield passing was mostly middle of the pack (the four INTs on attempts of 20-plus yards notwithstanding). That's a starting point for new offensive coordinator Luke Getsy, the QBs coach and passing game coordinator in Green Bay the last three years, though the Bears didn't get Fields much else in the way of help this offseason. RB David Montgomery and TE Cole Kmet are useful on short throws, but neither has been a threat downfield, and the wideout group looks thin beyond de facto No. 1 Darnell Mooney. The Bears added only Byron Pringle and Equanimeous St. Brown in free agency to replace Allen Robinson, later drafting 25-year-old speedster Velus Jones in the third round. Fields has a nice foundation of rushing stats to build fantasy value, but his passing still needs to take a major jump, and he won't have a strong group of receivers supporting him.
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Chance to compete for QB1 job?
Coach Mike Tomlin said Monday that Fields "will be given an opportunity to show his capabilities" even though Russell Wilson "has pole position" to be Pittsburgh's starting quarterback in 2024, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
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Viewed as backup to Russell Wilson
Fields, whom the Steelers acquired from the Bears on Saturday in exchange for a 2025 sixth-round pick, isn't expected to compete for Pittsburgh's starting quarterback job and is line to serve as a backup to Russell Wilson during the 2024 season, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.
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Traded to Pittsburgh
The Steelers acquired Fields from the Bears on Saturday in exchange for a 2025 sixth-round draft pick, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
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Trade could come before free agency
General manager Ryan Poles said Tuesday at the NFL Scouting Combine that if the Bears decide they will be selecting a quarterback with the No. 1 overall pick in April's draft, the team would attempt to trade Fields before the start of free agency March 13, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
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Wants word on future soon
Fields said Wednesday during his appearance on the "St. Brown Bros Podcast" that he prefers to stays in Chicago but wants to know if he's getting traded as soon as possible.
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