Did the Steelers get too cute with Justin Fields, their supposed preferred option? And would signing Aaron Rodgers be a mistake?

The New York Jets have their starting quarterback for the post-Aaron Rodgers era: Justin Fields. New York is signing the former Chicago Bears first-round pick to a two-year, $40 million deal with $30 million guaranteed, according to ESPN .

What likely attracted the Jets to Fields was his play in 2024 with the Pittsburgh Steelers. While Fields was eventually pulled in favor of veteran Russell Wilson last season when the veteran was healthy. That didn't make sense to everyone since Fields had a 4-2 record during his spell as the starter.