a quarterback for the Cleveland Browns and a rival of the Pittsburgh Steelers, believes that Justin Fields had better options than joining the Steelers. When the Chicago Bears secured the first overall pick in the draft for the second year in a row, it appeared inevitable that Fields would leave the team. The Steelers acquired him through a trade, a move that surprised some observers given their earlier signing of Russell Wilson.
Watson expressed his views on the “QB Unplugged” podcast, suggesting that Fields might have found a more favorable situation elsewhere. He mentioned that while the Steelers have designated Wilson as their starting quarterback, a competition between Wilson and Fields could have been beneficial. Watson highlighted that Fields’ prospects with the Steelers might not be as promising as they could have been with other teams.
During the offseason, several teams were considered potential suitors for Fields, including the Atlanta Falcons, Las Vegas Raiders, New England Patriots, and Denver Broncos, among others. However, the lack of significant interest from these teams led Fields to Pittsburgh, where he now has a chance to compete for a starting role.
Although Fields faces competition from Wilson, the Steelers’ plans could evolve, especially considering Wilson’s contract status and recent performance trends. Fields might seize the starting position in 2024 or be positioned as the future starter for the team. Despite differing opinions like Watson’s, Fields has a unique opportunity with the Steelers that may not have been available elsewhere.
