As the Pittsburgh Steelers charge through 2025 training camp at St. Vincent College, there's a quiet sense of confidence around the team.
General Manager Omar Khan has worked tirelessly to build a roster that’s not just competitive—but championship-ready. And one of the most talked-about offseason decisions—moving on from quarterback Justin Fields—is already proving to be the right call.
Fields, a dual-threat quarterback with undeniable athleticism, landed on his feet quickly with the New York Jets.
After a short but eventful stint in Pittsburgh, he hoped for a fresh start in the Big Apple. The opportunity to compete for the starting job is there. The stage is set. But early signs out of Jets training camp suggest that Fields still hasn’t quite found his rhythm.
According to NFL reporter Connor Hughes of SNY, Fields has had a string of three rough practices, completing just 8 of 32 passes in recent team sessions and throwing a costly interception. Yes—training camp stats can be misleading, but these stats cannot be ignored.
Players are adjusting to pads, systems are still settling in, and quarterbacks are adjusting to new personnel. But even with that context, 25% completion and turnovers are inexcusable.
Fields’ inconsistency isn’t just a concern for the Jets—it’s a quiet validation for Pittsburgh’s front office.
Justin Fields is slowly proving the Pittsburgh Steelers were right during training camp
Omar Khan’s decision to part ways with Fields, after giving him a chance during the 2024 season, wasn’t popular with everyone. He led Pittsburgh to a 4-2 record and showed flashes of brilliance early.
His athletic upside was evident, and some fans believed he just needed more time.
But time is a luxury Pittsburgh couldn’t afford.
Instead, the Steelers pressed forward, handing the keys to Aaron Rodgers while drafting Will Howard as a developmental prospect. That move sparked debate in April—but as camp unfolds, it looks smarter by the day.
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Meanwhile, the Steelers' revamped roster is showing early signs of cohesion and competitiveness. The additions of Jalen Ramsey and Darius Slay to the secondary, combined with Rodgers’ presence under center, have reinvigorated the team. There’s structure, identity, and progress.
And the storylines are already setting up a poetic Week 1 clash.
The Steelers will open their regular season on the road against the New York Jets. It’s a litmus test for Mike Tomlin’s retooled squad, and an early referendum on the decision to move on from Fields.
If the Steelers hit the ground running and Fields continues to struggle, Khan’s controversial offseason move will look like a stroke of genius.
In football, it's not always about talent—it's about timing, fit, and execution. Fields may still find his way in New York, and fans should never root against a player finding success. But for now, it’s clear: Pittsburgh made the right call.
The Steelers are moving forward. And based on what we’ve seen so far, they’re not looking back.