All-Time Jets QBs Ranked: Namath #1, Pennington #2

Justin Fields

Injured 2 Years
1,259 Pass Yds
7 TDs
1 INTs
11 Total TDs
Justin's
HAIR
10.0
HeyTC AI Rating
#24 Active

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Justin Fields Today

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Justin Fields and the New York Jets saw their dismal 3-14 season end in a crushing playoff elimination loss, capping a year where Fields started nearly half the games with 1,259 passing yards, 7 TDs, and a lowly 39.6 QBR amid a three-QB carousel featuring Tyrod Taylor and Brady Cook. In the wildcard defeat, Fields managed 0 yards, 0 TDs, 0 INTs, and a 0.0 passer rating, reflecting his broader struggles in a Jets offense ranked 32nd in passing. Ranked #45 in HeyTC AI Rankings, Fields' 19-41 career mark leaves fans pondering his Jets future amid early offseason buzz on a potential QB overhaul and draft plans. Post-game, coaches hinted at tough roster decisions, but Fields vowed to "grind harder" for a rebound.

Justin Fields Rating Breakdown

Season
Subpar
Fantasy
Average
Playoffs
Non-Factor
Overall
NPC
1 year with the Jets

Justin Fields Contract & Salary

Status Under Contract

Justin Fields 2025 Stats via ESPN

1,259 Pass Yards
7 Pass TDs
1 INTs
62.7% Comp %
10.0 HAIR
89.5 Passer Rtg
6.2 Y/A
9 Games
383 Rush Yards
4 Rush TDs

Should I Keep Justin Fields?

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DUMP 8/10 Confidence (High)

Justin Fields struggled badly in 2025 on a historically poor 3-14 Jets team, failing to establish himself as a reliable starter and posting bottom-tier quarterback play for fantasy purposes. With the Jets openly exploring other QB options and the offense near rock-bottom, his long-term fantasy outlook is highly uncertain and closer to a volatile depth asset than a cornerstone starter.

Justin Fields Fantasy Projections & Matchup Analysis
QB24-QB30 range Dynasty Rank
26 Age
0-3 years (highly uncertain) Elite Years Left
Low Trade Value
Career Trajectory: Declining

Only consider keeping Fields if the cost is extremely low (final rounds or minimal salary) and your league heavily rewards rushing QBs; at typical mid-round keeper costs he is a poor value given his 2025 production and job security risk. In standard formats, he should not be kept over any established top-15 QB, and is better treated as a speculative flier whose roster spot is expendable if a more stable option becomes available.

Team Situation

The 2025 Jets were a historically bad 3-14 team that finished last in point, turnover, and yardage differential and missed the playoffs yet again, with serious questions about both coaching and roster direction. With the franchise openly considering additional QB options for 2026 while Fields remains under contract, his team and role stability are tenuous at best.

Long-term Factors
  • Jets went 3-14 in 2025 with one of the worst offenses in the league, providing very little support or scoring environment for fantasy production.
  • Fields ranked near the bottom among 2025 starting quarterbacks, reinforcing league-wide doubts about his viability as a long-term starter.
  • The Jets still have Fields under contract but are clearly evaluating other quarterbacks for 2026, creating significant role and volume uncertainty.

Justin Fields Career Timeline

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2025 2

Toe injury scare at Jets training camp

Late in the 2025 offseason, Fields suffered a dislocated non–big toe after being stepped on in Jets practice, was carted off the field, and was ruled out for an undetermined period, though tests confirmed there was no fracture and the injury was not considered season-ending.

Joins New York Jets and starts multiple games

Fields moved to the New York Jets for the 2025 season, starting a portion of the year at quarterback as the team cycled through Justin Fields, Tyrod Taylor, and Brady Cook during a historically poor 3–14 campaign for New York.

2024 1

Traded from Bears to Pittsburgh Steelers

Ahead of the 2024 season, Fields was traded from the Chicago Bears to the Pittsburgh Steelers, beginning a new chapter competing for the starting quarterback role in Pittsburgh after three seasons in Chicago.

2023 1

Injuries and inconsistency with Bears

During the 2023 season with Chicago, Fields dealt with stretches of inconsistency and missed time due to injuries, leading to ongoing questions about his long-term future as the Bears’ starting quarterback.

2022 1

Emerges as dual-threat QB in Chicago

In 2022, Fields developed into one of the league’s most dynamic dual-threat quarterbacks, posting significant rushing production for a quarterback and cementing himself as the Bears’ offensive focal point, even though the team did not reach the playoffs.

2021 2

Rookie season with Bears

Fields began his NFL career with the Chicago Bears in 2021, taking over the starting quarterback role during his rookie season and gaining experience as the franchise’s new long-term option under center.

Drafted by Chicago Bears

Justin Fields was selected by the Chicago Bears in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft as the 11th overall pick after a standout college career at Ohio State, entering the league as one of the top quarterback prospects in his class.

2 years in the NFL

Frequently Asked Questions About Justin Fields

Is Justin Fields injured?

Justin Fields has been placed on injured reserve due to a knee injury, officially ending his 2025 season with the New York Jets. He missed the last three games before the IR placement and will not play in the final two games. Fields was benched earlier in favor of Tyrod Taylor before the injury sidelined him.

How did Justin Fields play in his last game?

In his last full season before the knee injury, Justin Fields made nine starts for the Jets, completing 62.7% of his 204 passes for 1,259 yards, seven touchdowns, and one interception. He also rushed for 383 yards and four touchdowns on 71 carries but lost three fumbles. His performance led to him being benched in favor of Tyrod Taylor.

Will Justin Fields be traded or cut by the Jets?

The New York Jets are expected to cut Justin Fields this offseason after his disappointing 2025 season on a two-year, $40 million contract. The team has already signed quarterback Bailey Zappe to a futures deal as they plan a quarterback overhaul, likely drafting a new prospect like Dante Moore. ESPN insider Dan Graziano reports the Jets have seen enough to determine Fields' future with the organization.

What is Justin Fields' current quarterback ranking?

Justin Fields is currently ranked #45 on HeyTC's Daily AI Quarterback Rankings with an overall score in the NPC (10.01 tier).[Current data] This ranking reflects his challenging 2025 season with the Jets, where injuries and benching impacted his performance.

Who did Justin Fields' Jets play next before his injury?

Before his season-ending knee injury, the Jets had Justin Fields ruled out for games including against the Jaguars in Week 15, with rookie Brady Cook starting instead. The team later faced the Patriots and planned to continue with Cook under center. Fields has no upcoming games as he is on injured reserve for the season's end.

What is the biggest news about Justin Fields right now?

The New York Jets placed Justin Fields on injured reserve on Tuesday due to a knee injury that hasn't responded as hoped, ending his 2025 season after only nine starts. This follows a disappointing campaign where he was benched for Tyrod Taylor, and the team is now signaling a full quarterback reset with a futures signing and draft plans. Fields' future with the Jets appears uncertain as they evaluate options for 2026.