The Pittsburgh Steelers have a big question at the quarterback position to start the offseason. After a rough stretch to end the season for Russell Wilson, many believe Justin Fields is the better option moving forward. Team President Art Rooney II hinted that one quarterback would be back but not both in 2025. With Fields gaining traction among Steelers fans, there’s still some skepticism about his long-term potential under center.
Many Steelers fans prefer Fields at this point, though some still lack belief in him. His inconsistency and struggles with accuracy have led to doubts, even as he shows flashes of brilliance with his athleticism and playmaking ability. As the Steelers look to the future, the decision between Fields and Wilson is one of their most critical choices of the offseason.
Everyone just witnessed Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels take over the league as a rookie. He had an incredible season, leading his team to the NFC Championship game. It was reported that Daniels used a virtual reality 'flight simulation' for quarterbacks at 6 a.m. every day to refine his skills.
Steelers insider Brian Batko was asked if Fields should consider stealing that method from Daniels, potentially giving him an edge as he works to elevate his game.
"I meant to do some reading on that," Batko said when talking about Daniels' virtual reality routine. "Have seen the headlines a little bit, but I am curious to look into it more. Whatever he's doing, Jayden Daniels is pretty amazing. I'd want any QB to try to emulate him."
The legendary quarterback Tom Brady dominated the NFL and won seven Super Bowls. He was able to play until he was 45 years old, defying the typical career trajectory for most quarterbacks. Many believe his longevity was due not only to his love for the game but also to his rigorous commitment to taking care of his body. Brady's approach to health and fitness became widely known as the TB12 method, a program that helped him maintain peak physical condition late into his career.
While Daniels’ method isn’t exactly the same as Brady’s, it shares a similar focus on an edge for elite performance. Daniels, a young quarterback, had a breakout rookie season and now faces the challenge of living up to high expectations in just his second year. His dedication to virtual reality 'flight simulation' training shows a forward-thinking approach that could set him apart in an increasingly competitive league. Daniels provided some clarity about his unique training method on the All Facts No Brakes Podcast.
"It's like in real life," Daniels said. "They load in the stadium that you're playing in. I'll get in there and they'll probably give me seven seconds to know the play. Presnap I got to basically see the coverage and know where I'm going with the football all before the play clock runs out. It's the actual scheme. Say we are playing a big Cover 3 team, they have different versions of Cover 3 we might see. So it is just like another way to prepare mentally before the game."
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Fields has now been in the league for four years, and if the Steelers decide to move on from Wilson and turn the team over to him in 2025, it would be his opportunity to prove he belongs as a starter. A full season as the unquestioned starter would give Steelers fans a clear picture of what Fields can bring to the table.
Given Daniels' success with his unique method, it would be a smart move for Fields to explore similar innovative training techniques. Embracing this cutting-edge approach could help Fields elevate his game as he enters a pivotal year in his career. In fact, it would be wise for all quarterbacks to train like Daniels did during the 2024 season.
Steelers fans are eager to find out whether Fields or Wilson will remain with the team for the 2025 season. If Fields is the one chosen, he'll enter a make-or-break year in Pittsburgh. A strong performance could secure him as the franchise's future, but if he struggles, the Steelers may find themselves in a prime position to draft their quarterback of the future in the deeper 2026 draft class.
