Fields gets QB1 reps with Wilson (calf) held out

Fields takes over as QB1 with Wilson sidelined due to calf injury

In his first training camp practice with the Pittsburgh Steelers, quarterback Russell Wilson was held out due to calf tightness. Coach Mike Tomlin made the decision to sit Wilson to prevent a small issue from becoming a bigger problem. Former first-round pick Justin Fields took first-team reps in Wilson's absence, and Tomlin emphasized that Wilson remains in the lead for the starting job. Tomlin joked about managing reps between Wilson and Fields, stating he will do so carefully and not paint himself into a corner. Wilson is considered ...