NFL fans make their feelings known as Justin Fields to Jets rumor goes viral

The speculation of Justin Fields joining the New York Jets has intensified.

The Pittsburgh Steelers young quarterback's one-year contract expires in 2025, making him a free agent. He signed a five-year contract after being selected by the Chicago Bears as the 11th choice in the 2021 NFL draft. Despite having one year remaining on his rookie deal, they traded him to the Steelers in 2024.

Meanwhile, because the Jets want to replace their quarterback this season, there has been speculation linking him to New York.

The Jets are expected to attempt to sign him to a contract of at least two years. His relationship with Garrett Wilson, a former Ohio State Buckeyes teammate, could be another factor in his decision.

The Steelers' 2024 season has been average with a 10-8 record even after making some good changes like adding quarterbacks Justin Fields and Russell Wilson and linebacker Patrick Queen.

A lack of playing time and the coach's faith in the player are the main causes of the speculation about Fields. He began this season as the team's main quarterback when Wilson was out due to injury. The Steelers switched back to the veteran in the middle of the season, and he was just what they needed.

Fans have mixed reactions as some want Fields to play for the Jets whereas some are not happy with the rumors.

Aaron Rodgers discusses two-year stint with Jets

Jets star Aaron Rodgers' future is uncertain. Although there is still one year remaining on the three-year contract he signed in 2023, he turned 41 last month and the Jets (4-12) have struggled this season. Meanwhile, the star has had a complex relationship with the media over the years.

"It's been an interesting year, for sure, (in) a lot of ways," Rodgers said. "A lot of really special things the last year-and-a-half. A lot of trying times, for sure, as well. ... Gratitude, honestly. It's been the best two years of my life. That's a perspective adjustment that happened, I think, during the rehab process last year. ... Obviously, on the field, it's been short of expectations, no doubt, but this game is about more than that."