History of Justin Fields in Timeline

Justin Fields is an American football quarterback currently playing for the New York Jets in the NFL. He began his college career with the Georgia Bulldogs before transferring to Ohio State University. As a Buckeye, he earned two Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year awards and led his team to the 2021 National Championship Game. Fields is recognized for his athleticism and dual-threat capabilities as a quarterback.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

October 2017: Commitment to the University of Georgia

In October 2017, Justin Fields committed to the University of Georgia to play college football, withdrawing a previous commitment to Penn State.

February 8, 2019: Granted Immediate Eligibility by NCAA

On February 8, 2019, the NCAA granted Justin Fields immediate eligibility for the 2019 season at Ohio State after he sought a waiver due to mitigating circumstances related to a racial slur incident at Georgia.

January 18, 2021: Declared for the 2021 NFL Draft

On January 18, 2021, Justin Fields announced that he would forgo his final two years of eligibility to enter the 2021 NFL draft.

June 10, 2021: Signed Rookie Contract with the Chicago Bears

On June 10, 2021, Justin Fields signed his four-year rookie contract with the Chicago Bears, worth $18.8 million fully guaranteed.

2021: Epilepsy diagnosis revealed

In 2021, Justin Fields's epilepsy diagnosis, which he received as a freshman in high school, became public during pre-draft interviews with NFL teams.

May 2023: Graduated from Ohio State

In May 2023, Justin Fields graduated from Ohio State with a degree in consumer and family financial services.

March 16, 2024: Traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers

On March 16, 2024, Justin Fields was traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for a conditional sixth-round pick in the 2025 NFL draft.

October 15, 2024: Demoted to backup quarterback duties

On October 15, 2024, Justin Fields was demoted to backup quarterback duties as Wilson's calf injury had healed.

2024: 2024 Season Performance and Playoff Appearance

In 2024, Justin Fields completed 65% of his passes for 1,106 yards, with 10 total touchdowns (five passing, five rushing) and one interception. He played in 10 games, starting in six. During the Steelers' AFC Wild Card playoff game loss to the Baltimore Ravens, he participated in two package plays, including a handoff to Jaylen Warren and an incomplete pass to Darnell Washington.