While he hasn’t earned universal agreement yet, Justin Fields has begun to win hearts and minds with the Pittsburgh Steelers. After going 10-28 as a starter in Chicago, he is out to a 3-0 start and playing largely intelligent football. He is also probably one of the more popular players leaguewide, meaning among athletes who are rooting for his success.
That includes Indianapolis Colts ILB Zaire Franklin, whose team will host the Steelers on Sunday. Like many others around the league, both on and off the field, they see a new Justin Fields. Even if they don’t relish the thought of having to try to tackle him.