🚨UPDATE: “Justin Fields Traded to Pittsburgh Steelers: Preferred Destination Secured for Former Bears QB”

The Chicago Bears have officially parted ways with quarterback Justin Fields, sending him to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for a 2025 6th-round pick, which could potentially become a 4th-rounder depending on Fields’ playing time in Pittsburgh.

Reports indicate that the Steelers were Fields’ preferred destination all along, despite the Bears receiving better offers from other teams earlier on Sunday. Sources suggest that Fields’ representation specifically requested not to be traded to certain teams, indicating his desire to join the Steelers.

Credit is due to Bears General Manager Ryan Poles for honoring Fields’ preference and facilitating the trade to Pittsburgh. While Russell Wilson is expected to be the starting quarterback for the Steelers next season, Fields now has the opportunity to continue his development in Pittsburgh and potentially compete for the starting role down the line.

Although it remains unclear which other teams were interested in acquiring Fields, speculation points to potential fits with teams like the Kansas City Chiefs or the Houston Texans, both of which have established starters but could benefit from adding a promising young quarterback like Fields.

With Fields now in his preferred destination, the focus shifts to his performance and potential in Pittsburgh. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see Fields showcase the talent and potential that made him a first-round draft pick just a short time ago.