Fields, however, remains the focus for Pittsburgh, Russini adds. Jets interest in Fields has built since the Combine, per ESPN.com’s Jeremy Fowler. The Steelers hold more than $63MM in cap space; the Jets check in at just more than $51MM.

Justin Fields will reportedly negotiate with opposing teams in free agency before making a decision regarding a return to the Pittsburgh Steelers. According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, Fields has discussed a reunion with the Steelers and both sides "have been open to it.

The Steelers have maintained an open dialogue with both Russell Wilson and Justin Fields in hopes of retaining one, but the Giants and Jets are also in the mix with the impending free agents.

Jets must avoid signing veteran QB Sam Darnold and CB Kendall Fuller in free agency during the 2025 NFL offseason

In a post-Aaron Rodgers era, the Jets are desperate for stability. The team's active 14-season playoff drought is the longest among the country's four major sports. New general manager Darren Mougey will have over $50M in cap space to work with,