Justin Fields named Steelers starting quarterback for season opener against Falcons

Justin Fields Flashes, Can’t Complete Comeback in Steelers Loss to Bills CORRECTS BYLINE FROM MATT FREED TO DAVID DERMER - Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) runs after a catch with Buffalo Bills cornerback Cam Lewis (39) defending during the first half of an NFL exhibition football game, Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/David Dermer) (Associated Press)

By Sierra Rehm

ATLANTA — The Pittsburgh Steelers will play their season opener with Justin Fields as the starting quarterback.

NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo first reported that Justin Fields would start for the Steelers when they face off against the Falcons at 1 p.m.

Russell Wilson, who was named the team’s top quarterback, is dealing with a calf injury sustained during training camp. Wilson was limited in practice on Thursday after aggravating the injury. Then limited again on Friday, leaving his status for the season opener up in the air.

Wilson still traveled with the team to Atlanta and was initially listed as questionable on Sunday morning, even participating in warm-ups before being listed as inactive and designated as the emergency third quarterback.

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