As the Steelers gear up for a huge decision at quarterback, a new report reveals the inside track between Justin Fields, Sam Darnold, and Russell Wilson. The race is on, and the stakes couldn't be higher.

Former NFL agent Joel Corry expects Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields to get a Sam Darnold-type of contract in free agency. Darnold received a one-year, $10 million contract with the Minnesota Vikings last year.

Where will Justin Fields end up if he leaves Pittsburgh? The oddsmakers believe that the Titans and Browns are the most likely destinations.

Zack Rosenblatt with The Athletic recently predicted Darnold to land with the Colts in his complete list of quarterback predictions for every NFL team. Darnold, who will turn 28 in June, is expected to haul in a contract worth up to $40 million after an outstanding 2024 season.

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Henry McKenna of FOX Sports has projected that the Steelers will end up signing Sam Darnold. "There aren't many places where I'd get excited about Darnold's prospects. But Pittsburgh is one of them. For all the complaining about Mike Tomlin's spot in 10-win purgatory, he is doing something remarkable," McKenna wrote.

The Rams might have turned their attention to Aaron Rodgers, or Sam Darnold, or someone else. And that would have changed the options available for the other teams seeking a quarterback. Advertisement Instead,

Former USC Trojans and current Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold’s destination for the 2025 season is still unknown. The NFL franchise tag deadline was

With Matthew Stafford officially out of the picture, Las Vegas general manager John Spytek and coach Pete Carroll will have to assess their in-house options, free agents and draft prospects.

The Steelers are projected to land Pro Bowl quarterback Sam Darnold in free agency to replace Russell Wilson and Justin Fields.