Justin Fields traded to Steelers, will back up newly acquired Russell Wilson: reports

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The writing was on the wall for a while, but now, Justin Fields is reportedly on the move.

The Chicago Bears, owner of the No. 1 pick, are said to be sending Fields to the Pittsburgh Steelers.

The reported deal comes just days after they already inked nine-time Pro Bowl quarterback Russell Wilson to a one-year deal.

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Quarterback Justin Fields of the Chicago Bears warms up prior to a game against the Minnesota Vikings at Soldier Field Oct. 15, 2023, in Chicago. (Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images)

Fields had been expected to be moved as soon as the Bears clinched the top selection in the NFL Draft - they acquired the pick via trade last year from the Carolina Panthers, who moved up to the top spot last year to select Bryce Young.

But it became apparent that options were limited, as several teams, including the Steelers, went through free agency to pick new quarterbacks.

The Steelers apparently were never out of the picture, though - but it makes sense as to why.

Reports say Wilson is going to start, and Fields will back him up.

Justin Fields of the Chicago Bears warms up prior to a game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium Nov. 27, 2023, in Minneapolis. (David Berding/Getty Images)

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The Bears are reportedly set to receive a 2025 sixth-round pick that would become a fourth-rounder if Fields plays in 51% of snaps this upcoming season - but it currently seems like that's not in Pittsburgh's plans.

Fields was the 11th overall selection in 2021 after the Bears traded up from the