The Steelers are not expected to pick up quarterback Justin Fields' $25 million fifth-year option, league sources told ESPN.
Ryan Clark says the family culture of the Pittsburgh Steelers and the leadership of Mike Tomlin are exactly what Justin Fields needs. By not picking up Fields' fifth-year option, the Steelers have a quarterback room where their top two players are playing out the final year of their contracts.
"We've been very transparent about the pecking order, at least to start," Tomlin said in Orlando."I just think that provides clarity for all parties involved. Russell is a veteran, man. He's got a proven process of readiness. He's been in this league a long time. He's capable of rallying troops, receivers, tight ends, running backs, etc.
Though the Steelers aren't expected to pick up Fields' option, they still have one more decision to make, on running back Selected at No. 24 in 2021, Harris' fifth-year option comes with a $6.79 million price tag. General manager Omar Khan said Monday he expects to make the decision on Harris next week prior to the May 2 deadline.
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