Despite a recent abdominal injury, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields is making progress in his recovery and could be available as an emergency third quarterback this week.
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields (2) looked to pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy) He sustained an abdominal injury while sliding down against the Philadelphia Eagles, and on Monday, he was listed as a limited participant.
Fields was seen running and throwing on the field during the practice, and while he might not be set up to be the backup quarterback this week, he could be the emergency third quarterback. Fields have been used sparingly since Russell Wilson took over as the starting quarterback. While Fields was the starter, he led the team to a 4-2 record, but Wilson has helped the team continue to soar, but their last two losses have left a significant sting. Even still, the team would like Fields back not only for the potential packages they can run with him but also because if Wilson did get hurt, Fields could return and provide quality backup play if it ever does end up coming to that
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