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Ex-Steelers Sends Fiery Message Ahead of Steelers Revenge Clash — Rodgers. Fields. Against Their Former Teams

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Pittsburgh, PA – September 5, 2025

The Pittsburgh Steelers won’t call it a revenge game — but Week 1 brings a familiar face across the line of scrimmage. Quarterback Justin Fields, who spent last season in black and gold, will now line up for the New York Jets as their new starter.

Fields himself has downplayed the drama, saying:

“It’s no storyline for me. It’s ball for me. I’ll let you guys run with the narratives. In the locker room, it’s just football.”

But Steelers Nation knows the stage is bigger than that. The NFL placed this matchup under the bright lights for a reason: Fields vs. his former team, just months after choosing New York over staying in Pittsburgh.

The Steelers traded for Fields in March 2024. When Russell Wilson was sidelined early, Fields stepped in, starting six games and delivering a 4-2 record with 1,106 passing yards, five touchdowns, and only one interception. His mobility and playmaking gave Pittsburgh a jolt, even if his role faded once Wilson returned.

The front office made an effort to keep him, but Fields tested free agency and signed a two-year, $40 million deal with the Jets — a move that made headlines across the league.

For Mike Tomlin’s squad, this isn’t about Fields’ departure — it’s about setting the standard for 2025. The defense, led by T.J. Watt, Minkah Fitzpatrick, and rookie Derrick Harmon, now gets first crack at slowing down their former teammate.

As one Steelers veteran put it:

“The standard is the standard. Doesn’t matter if he wore this helmet last year or not — on Sunday, he’s the opponent.”

Steelers Nation is buzzing. On X, one fan wrote: “Fields had his chance here. Now it’s time for our defense to remind him what Pittsburgh football is about.” Another added: “No hard feelings — but Week 1, it’s war.”

Sunday at MetLife Stadium isn’t just another season opener. For Pittsburgh, it’s about proving identity, setting tone, and showing a former Steeler what “Steelers football” really means.

#HereWeGo 🖤💛

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