Fields steps in for Wilson, Boswell boots 6 field goals to lead Steelers past Falcons 18-10
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Fields steps in for Wilson, Boswell boots 6 field goals to lead Steelers past Falcons 18-10

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — With all eyes on the quarterbacks, Chris Boswell’s strong right leg stole the spotlight in the season opener. Boswell booted six field goals, three of them longer than 50 yards, to account for all of Pittsburgh’s scoring as Justin Fields and the Steelers grinded out an 18-10 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. Fields stepped in after Russell Wilson’s debut with the Steelers was put on hold by a calf injury —- getting a big assist from Boswell and a defense that made life miserable for Kirk Cousins in his first game as Atlanta’s quarterback. “I can’t say enough about Bos, not only in terms of him kicking the ball, but that punt was timely,” Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said. “I know he wishes we could have put even more points on the board, but I know that he’s glad we came out with the win.” Injury report Steelers: Johnston’s right leg buckled when Atlanta’s KhaDarel Hodge rolled into him.

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Boswell kicks 6 field goals and the Steelers bottle up Lamar Jackson in 18-16 win over the Ravens
1 month ago

Boswell kicks 6 field goals and the Steelers bottle up Lamar Jackson in 18-16 win over the Ravens

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers insist they have no secret formula when it comes to stopping Lamar Jackson. Baltimore turned it over three times — each leading to one of Chris Boswell’s six field goals — and committed 12 penalties while never really establishing the kind of rhythm that comes so easily when they play someone other than the Steelers. …

Mike Tomlin vindicated, Russell Wilson ‘excellent’ in Steelers debut
2 months ago

Mike Tomlin vindicated, Russell Wilson ‘excellent’ in Steelers debut

New York Times  

PITTSBURGH — Two series into Russell Wilson’s first start as the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback, a small smattering of boos rained down at Acrisure Stadium. Wilson said that following Pickens’ game two weeks ago against the Dallas Cowboys, when his frustration bubbled over on several instances, the quarterback sat down with the receiver to help keep him engaged. “Throwing that first …

Steelers’ promising start hits a speedbump in a mistake-filled loss at Indianapolis
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Steelers’ promising start hits a speedbump in a mistake-filled loss at Indianapolis

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Mike Tomlin insists the Pittsburgh Steelers don’t rely on a “rabbit’s foot” to help them out when things get tight. The offense gave it away twice — once on a fumble by George Pickens inside the Indianapolis 10, the other on a fumble by Justin Fields after he had sprinted 22 yards backward while trying to escape pressure …

Even in loss to Colts, Justin Fields makes his case to remain Steelers’ starting QB
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Even in loss to Colts, Justin Fields makes his case to remain Steelers’ starting QB

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Even when Justin Fields’ initial plan goes awry, the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback finds a way to prove he should remain ahead of Russell Wilson on the depth chart. Despite being sacked four times, losing one fumble and blaming himself for a botched snap in the final two minutes that led to a game-sealing turnover on downs, Fields ran …

Status quo in Pittsburgh, where Justin Fields will remain at QB while Russell Wilson rehabs
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Status quo in Pittsburgh, where Justin Fields will remain at QB while Russell Wilson rehabs

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Mike Tomlin is in no hurry to announce Justin Fields as the starting quarterback in Pittsburgh. While Fields will again get the nod on Sunday in place of the injured Russell Wilson when the Steelers visit Indianapolis, Tomlin stopped short of giving the job to Fields on a full-time basis, mostly because there’s no need at this point …

The unbeaten Chargers and Steelers face off having taken very similar paths to their 2-0 starts
3 months ago

The unbeaten Chargers and Steelers face off having taken very similar paths to their 2-0 starts

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Technically, Mike Tomlin was talking about what goes on behind closed doors. Los Angeles has physically dominated the Las Vegas Raiders and Carolina Panthers in Harbaugh’s first two games, relying on running back JK Dobbins and a thudding defense more than the arms and legs of uber-talented quarterback Justin Herbert. While Harbaugh is encouraged about the progress he’s …

QB Justin Fields is keeping it simple. So are the unbeaten Steelers
3 months, 1 week ago

QB Justin Fields is keeping it simple. So are the unbeaten Steelers

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Justin Fields doesn’t want to get involved in any sort of quarterback controversy. And while coach Mike Tomlin handed one of the game balls to Russell Wilson — something Tomlin does for a player when the Steelers beat that player’s former team — Fields may be making it more difficult for Tomlin to turn back to Wilson whenever …

Justin Fields wins 2nd straight start as sub for Russell Wilson, leads Steelers past Broncos 13-6
3 months, 1 week ago

Justin Fields wins 2nd straight start as sub for Russell Wilson, leads Steelers past Broncos 13-6

Associated Press  

DENVER — Justin Fields and the Pittsburgh Steelers squeaked past the sputtering Denver Broncos 13-6 on Sunday with Russell Wilson reprising his bitter role as sideline spectator in the Mile High City. Nix, who had a pair of turnovers deep in Seattle’s territory in his NFL debut, was intercepted by Cory Trice Jr. in the back of the end zone …

Steelers preparing to start Justin Fields against the Broncos while Russell Wilson deals with injury
3 months, 1 week ago

Steelers preparing to start Justin Fields against the Broncos while Russell Wilson deals with injury

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers are planning to stick with Justin Fields over an injured Russell Wilson as they get ready for a trip to Denver in Week 2. Coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday the Steelers “are preparing as if Justin is going to be our quarterback” with Wilson’s status uncertain as he deals with a balky calf that kept …

Russell Wilson, Justin Fields lead TD drives for Steelers in 24-17 loss to Lions in preseason finale
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Russell Wilson, Justin Fields lead TD drives for Steelers in 24-17 loss to Lions in preseason finale

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin still isn’t ready to say who his starting quarterback will be when the season begins. Russell Wilson and Justin Fields led touchdown drives for the Steelers, who lost 24-17 to the Detroit Lions on Saturday in the preseason finale for both teams. Tomlin has said repeatedly that Wilson is in the “pole position” …

Justin Fields is anxious to compete, start for Steelers in preseason opener against Houston
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Justin Fields is anxious to compete, start for Steelers in preseason opener against Houston

Associated Press  

Latrobe, Pa. — When the Pittsburgh Steelers traded for Justin Fields in March, the only expectation they had for the former Chicago Bears quarterback was that he would compete. The Steelers don’t need the 25-year-old Fields to be their new franchise quarterback, though a void remains three seasons after two-time Super Bowl winner Ben Roethlisberger retired. “I’m just trying to …

Learning from Russell Wilson could help the Steelers unlock Justin Fields’ potential
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Learning from Russell Wilson could help the Steelers unlock Justin Fields’ potential

New York Times  

ORLANDO, Fla. — Three years ago, after the Chicago Bears swung a major trade to move up to No. “It’s that bad.” That uninspiring start began a turbulent, three-year tenure in Chicago during which Fields went 10-28 as the starter. Tomlin said that the nine-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl champion Russell Wilson will start in “pole position.” The coach …

NFC North-leading Lions rally from 12-point deficit late to beat Bears 31-26 on Montgomery’s TD run
1 year, 1 month ago

NFC North-leading Lions rally from 12-point deficit late to beat Bears 31-26 on Montgomery’s TD run

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Jared Goff was having perhaps his worst game in three years with the Detroit Lions — whose fans even booed him at times — until it was time to win. Goff threw a 32-yard touchdown pass to Jameson Williams with 3:06 to go and connected on five throws to set up David Montgomery’s go-ahead 1-yard touchdown run with …

Robinson shines, Koo kicks winning field goal as Falcons rally past Packers 25-24
1 year, 3 months ago

Robinson shines, Koo kicks winning field goal as Falcons rally past Packers 25-24

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — When Arthur Smith sent the word to his offense — we’re going for it on fourth down — the Atlanta Falcons were fired up. Capping another dynamic day for the rookie running back, Robinson ripped off a 7-yard run on fourth-and-1 to set up Younghoe Koo’s 25-yard field goal with 57 seconds remaining as the Atlanta Falcons rallied …

Trubisky, Steelers searching for spark after loss to Pats
2 years, 3 months ago

Trubisky, Steelers searching for spark after loss to Pats

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers are looking for a spark. “We didn’t make enough plays,” Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said. In a game like that, it’s going to come down to a couple plays and we didn’t make enough of them.” Mitch Trubisky threw for 168 yards with a touchdown and an interception for the Steelers, whose offense sputtered for …

Boswell’s late field goal lifts Steelers past Bears 29-27
3 years, 1 month ago

Boswell’s late field goal lifts Steelers past Bears 29-27

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Mike Tomlin sat down, smiled and let out a sarcastic laugh. “Had ’em all the way, right?” the longtime Pittsburgh Steelers coach said after his team slipped past Chicago 29-27 on Monday night. Roethlisberger guided the Steelers 52 yards in seven plays — abetted by Chicago’s 12th penalty of the night — to set up Chris Boswell’s 40-yard …

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