While the Pittsburgh Steelers have loved what they’ve seen from Justin Fields, Russell Wilson is still leading the lap in the race to become the team’s Week 1 starting quarterback. That’s the vibe ESPN’s Adam Schefter gets on the team’s battle, offering his two cents during a Monday interview on the Pat McAfee Show.
“Justin Fields has gotten better and better every practice and they love the guy,” Schefter told the show. “He’s a natural leader. And he’s got support. But I still think Russell when he gets back, had that idea to be in pole position.