Fields' Struggles: A Look at the QB's Career So Far

Justin Fields, the quarterback for the New York Jets, is facing a challenging time in the NFL. He was recently benched during a game against the Carolina Panthers. This incident wasn't isolated; Fields has been struggling for a while.

A Promising Start Turned Sour

In 2021, many experts saw Fields as a player with immense potential. Drafted by the Chicago Bears, he was considered a promising young quarterback. However, things haven't gone as planned. Now, he's on his third team in just five seasons.

The 2021 Quarterback Class

Fields was part of a notable group of quarterbacks drafted in 2021, including:

Trevor Lawrence
Zach Wilson
Trey Lance
Mac Jones

Out of all of them, only Lawrence remains with the team that drafted him.

Mixed Expert Opinions

Before the draft, experts had diverse opinions about Fields:

Some thought he was a sturdy and dynamic player.
Others believed he had the skills to become a solid starter but needed to improve his decision-making.

Current Struggles in 2025

Fast forward to 2025, and Fields is still struggling:

He has a losing record.
He ranks low in passing yards and quarterback rating.
Many of the issues he had as a rookie are still present:
Holds onto the ball too long.
Often off target.

Career Statistics

Fields has never completed more than 65.8% of his passes in his career. This is close to the league average but not good enough for a quarterback who was supposed to be a star.

The Team Factor

Some people believe Fields would have done better if he had played for a better team. The Bears and Jets haven't won a playoff game in over a decade. However, the truth is, Fields hasn't lived up to the hype. It's unclear if he ever will.