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Schefter: Steelers Will ‘Reignite’ Russell Wilson, Justin Fields Viewed As ‘Viable Backup’

After weeks of uncertainty, the Pittsburgh Steelers’ quarterback plan is clear. Russell Wilson will enter the spring and summer as the team’s starter with Justin Fields as his backup. And it’ll be Wilson’s job to lose. Getting into Wilson’s mind through ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Wilson doesn’t believe he’s at risk for giving it up.

Appearing on the Pat McAfee Show Monday afternoon, Schefter walked through the Steelers’ situation.

“It’s Russ’ job going in,” Schefter told the show of the Steelers’ plan. “And Russ can keep playing as long as he keeps playing well. You can see he’s working out, he’s all-in on this.