Justin Fields returns to normal action with the Steelers, mirroring the Bears’ changes Originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago
when Justin Fields He first arrived in Chicago in 2021, and was accustomed to putting his right foot forward in the shotgun formation, and bringing it back when receiving the ball to prepare for a shot.
In the second year, Luke Getsy and Bear Teach him to put his left foot forward. This was similar to how Aaron Rodgers operated in the pocket in Green Bay, facilitating running backs.
But in Steelers OTAs this season, Fields has clearly reverted to his old style, canceling out the Bears’ turnovers.
Last season, the Bears said they opened the door for Fields to get back into his prime. He chose not to, sticking to the ways Getsy and the Bears helped him change. Now he has returned to his original shooting style.
This is all an effort on Fields’ part to get back into position. With the Steelers, he will start as the team’s backup behind Russell Wilson, who the team signed along with Fields this offseason.
Fields is aware of the situation. But he won’t go to Bench without fighting This is off season.
“I definitely don’t have the mentality of sitting out all year,” Fields said. “I will come every day to give it my all.”
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