The Pittsburgh Steelers acquired Justin Fields to be their backup quarterback, but Chicago’s former first-round pick could see the field in more unique ways. Fields entered the NFL as one of the most athletic quarterbacks in the game with a strong, powerful arm that could make any throw. While his in-game accuracy hasn’t perfectly translated to the NFL level, his athleticism has. Since joining the professional ranks, Fields has averaged an impressive 6.2 yards per attempt and led the league in yards per carry in 2022 (7.1).<\/p>\n
Yards per carry is a flawed metric, as it doesn’t account for blocking quality or defensive formations. However, when you turn on the film, you can tell that Fields’ rushing ability is elite. The Ohio State product is a unique athlete<\/a> and routinely blows past defenders who know the run is coming but are incapable of stopping it. Even though Russell Wilson is firmly entrenched as the Steelers starting quarterback, Justin Fields could see some time on the field – but as a kickoff returner.<\/p>\n #Steelers<\/a> RB Jaylen Warren says their special teams coordinator discussed the possibility of having Justin Fields return kicks under the new kickoff rules.<\/p>\n (via @NotJustFootball<\/a>)pic.twitter.com\/N4WGMwETxV<\/a><\/p>\n — Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) May 2, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n