Justin Fields Joins New York Jets in $40 Million Deal

The former Steelers quarterback reunites with college teammate Garrett Wilson and replaces Aaron Rodgers as the Jets' QB1.

Justin Fields signed a two-year, $40 million contract with the New York Jets, with $30 million guaranteed.
Fields' decision to join the Jets was influenced by his reunion with wide receiver Garrett Wilson, his college teammate at Ohio State.
The Jets released Aaron Rodgers, incurring a $49 million dead cap hit, making Fields their new starting quarterback.
Pittsburgh Steelers fans expressed disappointment over Fields' departure, following his 4-2 record as a starter in 2024.
Critics have debated the value of Fields' contract, though it ranks him 16th among NFL quarterbacks in annual salary.