Justin Fields' departure from the Pittsburgh Steelers, especially in swift fashion, was a surprise to many in the organization. Even with the notes of the New York Jets being interested floating out as early as the NFL Combine, Fields took the deal just two hours into the legal tampering period.

Fields will be the starter this season. For him to be successful, though, the team will have to fine-tune what the Bears and Steelers could not.

The New York Jets gave Justin Fields a lucrative, two-year contract in free agency. GM Darren Mougey says the team plans to start him in 2025.

It was raining when general manager Darren Mougey took his place under a canopy at The Breakers hotel, and the sun came out once he started talking about the New York Jets’ new quarterback — starting quarterback.

The Jets believe they have found their answer at quarterback. Jets general manager Darren Mougey confirmed on Sunday that Justin Fields will be the team’s starting quarterback in 2025. “We believe we can win with Justin,

We believe we can win with Justin, so we’re excited about Justin.” The Jets signed Fields to a two-year, $40 million contract — including $30 million in guarantees — on March 10. The 26-year-old quarterback is making starter-type money,