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Justin Fields news
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The gist
Justin Fields took first-team reps and will start Saturday's preseason game against the Buccaneers. With Mahomes sidelined, Fields gets extended snaps to prove his value.
Background
Justin Fields joined the Chiefs in a March trade from the Jets, where he started nine games last season. Patrick Mahomes is recovering from ACL surgery and will sit out another preseason game, giving Fields a chance to start and play extended snaps.
How it unfolded
- Mar 2026Fields traded to Kansas City from the New York Jets.
- Aug 20, 2026Fields took first-team reps in Thursday's practice, indicating he would start Saturday's preseason game.
- Aug 21, 2026Chiefs coach Andy Reid confirmed Mahomes would not play against the Buccaneers, with Fields expected to start.
- Aug 22, 2026A clip of Fields not knowing Blink-182 went viral, with Travis Kelce joking about feeling old.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Fields is expected to play extended snaps Saturday, giving him a chance to showcase his skills.
- Fans
- Some fans hope Fields learns from Reid and Mahomes and eventually finds a team where he can be the starter.