Is Justin Fields injured? Exploring Steelers QB's Week 8 injury status ahead of Monday Night Football

The Pittsburgh Steelers added quarterback Justin Fields to their roster via trade in the offseason. The former Ohio State Buckeyes standout spent the first three years of his NFL career with the Chicago Bears before the franchise let him go to make space for rookie Caleb Williams.

Let's examine Fields' availability for the Monday Night Football showdown against the Giants.

Is Justin Fields injured?

Yes, Justin Fields is injured. The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback was added to the team's injury report ahead of their game against the New York Giants due to a hamstring injury. Fields is listed as questionable for the game.

The news is the latest setback to Fields' season after he was benched for Russell Wilson ahead of the Steelers' Week 7 game against the New York Jets. It's all but certain that Mike Tomlin will continue with nine-time Pro Bowler Wilson for the foreseeable future.

In addition to Fields, the Steelers have other injuries to worry about for Monday's game. They'll be without wide receiver Roman Wilson (hamstring), linebackers Tyler Matakevich and Nick Herbig (both hamstring), center Zach Frazier (ankle), offensive tackle Dylan Cook (foot), and return specialist Cordarrelle Patterson (ankle).

How has Justin Fields performed in 2024?

Justin Fields has been decent in his first season with the Steelers. Fields has amassed a stat line of 1,106 passing yards, five passing touchdowns and one interception in six games. He has also been as effective as ever as a rusher, accumulating 231 rushing yards and five rushing TDs for the year.

When Fields joined the Steelers, Mike Tomlin said he'd be No. 2 behind Russell Wilson. However, Wilson's early season injury woes opened the door for Fields to lead the team on a 4-2 run as a starter.

However, Tomlin feels Wilson still gives the Steelers the best chance at winning. Hence, it wasn't much of a surprise to see the former Super Bowl champion lead the Steelers against the New York Jets.

Wilson repaid Tomlin's faith with a statement performance that produced a stat line of 264 passing yards and two touchdowns. A similar showing is expected against a struggling New York Giants team on Monday Night Football.