Fields' age might make him more appealing to other teams. Meanwhile, the Steelers have six other starters set to hit the market.
Rooney said on Monday that he believes in both Russell Wilson and Justin Fields and would prefer to sign one of the two passers
The Pittsburgh Steelers seem to be leaning towards Justin Fields returning to the team as the starter, though Russell Wilson can not be discounted. Fields went 4-2 as the Steelers' starter, and with strides shown in the turnover department, he should garner interest on the free agency market if the Steelers do not sign him.
The season may be over, but the Steelers are already gearing up for the fall and are in the middle of a quarterback debate.
The Steelers revamped their quarterback room by signing Wilson, acquiring Fields, and trading away Kenny Pickett last offseason. With Wilson on a one-year deal and Fields in the final year of his rookie contract, both are now set to become free agents.
Steelers owner Art Rooney II has broken the silence on the team's quarterback situation, hinting why Justin Fields might have a shot to stay in Pittsburgh. Art Rooney II must make a very important decision together with head coach Mike Tomlin and general manager Omar Khan.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have a decision to make regarding the futures of quarterbacks Russell Wilson and Justin Fields ahead of free agency.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have a big question at the quarterback position to start the offseason. After a rough stretch to end the season for Russell Wilson, many believe Justin Fields is the better option moving forward.
Joy Taylor argues that the Pittsburgh Steelers should commit to Justin Fields over Russell Wilson at quarterback.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have QB decisions to make, and the team's owner kept it real about the futures of Russell Wilson and Justin Fields.
Pittsburgh Steelers president Art Rooney II knows the team must make a decision sooner rather than later when it comes to their quarterback problem after another disappointing seas
Art Rooney II confirmed more quarterback changes are expected for the Steelers this offseason. Read more at Pro Football Rumors.