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Pittsburgh Steelers ownership said less than two months ago that it was intent on bringing back either Russell Wilson or Justin Fields as the starting QB in 2025, but the likelihood of either outcome has significantly decreased in the weeks since.

There are arguments both for and against bringing back either Wilson or Fields, but picking between one of them is also the Steelers' most logical remaining option.

Justin Fields reportedly has the edge over Russell Wilson in the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback situation heading toward NFL free agency.

Pittsburgh Steelers owner Art Rooney II said in January that his team would prioritize bringing back one of its two starting quarterbacks from 2024 -- either Russell Wilson or Justin Fields. However,

The Steelers have maintained an open dialogue with both Russell Wilson and Justin Fields in hopes of retaining one, but the Giants and Jets are also in the mix with the impending free agents.

The Pittsburgh Steelers will have to make a decision about the quarterback position soon, and they may choose Justin Fields over Russell Wilson. Pittsburgh does not currently have a quarterback under contract for the 2025 season.

Former Ohio State football quarterback Justin Fields signed with New York Jets in NFL free agency on Monday. What to know:

The deal makes the 26-year-old the team's de facto starting quarterback in 2025, and also reunites him with his former Ohio State teammate in Garrett Wilson. Fields and Wilson—N

Justin Fields’ market moved quickly, as he seemed to be between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Jets in the days leading up to free agency. Now, he’s made his decision, and Fields will be taking his talents to the Big Apple for the next two seasons after signing a $40 million deal with the Jets.