Back to the Top News Newsfeed

Mike Tomlin: Russell Wilson has 'pole position' on Steelers QB job; Justin Fields has 'opportunity to compete'

When the Steelers overhauled their quarterback room, it was reported that Russell Wilson would be the clear starter over Justin Fields, both of whom Pittsburgh acquired in March.

It turns out that it's not that cut and dried.

Head coach Mike Tomlin spoke with reporters on Sunday for the first time since the Steelers acquired the two quarterbacks and traded former starter Kenny Pickett to the Philadelphia Eagles. Per Tomlin, Wilson has "pole position" to start the offseason. And Fields will have an "opportunity to compete.