Pittsburgh Steelers' special teams coordinator, Danny Smith, is reportedly considering using quarterback Justin Fields as a kick returner for the upcoming season. This potential role change, discussed by Steelers running back Jaylen Warren, comes in light of new kickoff rules. The discussions have been confirmed by multiple sources, emphasizing the team's exploration of utilizing Fields in this capacity.
Steelers running back Jaylen Warren says Pittsburgh’s special teams coordinator is discussing having Justin Fields return kicks https://t.co/HYpMarVJS7
Do you think the special teams coach knows Cordarelle Patterson is on the team? Or did he just take Arthur Smith's seminar on "How to completely misuse your players." https://t.co/XwTpHSuP7c
Jaylen Warren says Steelers have discussed using Justin Fields on special teams 👀 (via Jaylen Warren, @NotJustFootball) https://t.co/r9ee8fj0TL
Jaylen Warren reveals the #Steelers have thrown around the idea of Justin Fields returning kicks. 🤔 (via @NotJustFootball) https://t.co/9DJ4spL5ex
Kick Returner Justin Fields? 👀🤯🤔 #Steelers RB Jaylen Warren said their special teams coordinator has discussed it as an option for the 2024 season. #NFL https://t.co/AUOeZI9ksZ
Justin Fields get ready to learn kick returner buddy https://t.co/3xTiwT445q
Justin Fields gets ready to learn kick returner buddy https://t.co/3xTiwT445q
Steelers special teams coordinator Danny Smith is interested in having Justin Fields return kicks this season per @Nunless2 https://t.co/wG48WFAcFA
Steelers RB Jaylen Warren says their special teams coordinator considered having Justin Fields return kicks with the new kickoff rules. (via @NotJustFootball) https://t.co/jUihgQWZle
#Steelers RB Jaylen Warren says their special teams coordinator discussed the possibility of having Justin Fields return kicks under the new kickoff rules. (via @NotJustFootball) https://t.co/N4WGMwETxV
Steelers special teams coordinator has discussed having Justin Fields return kicks per @Nunless2 🤨 https://t.co/POV5tsc9ru
Jaylen Warren: Steelers' special teams coach has discussed Justin Fields returning kicks. https://t.co/9czkob5Lzo