Quarterback Justin Fields has revealed that he chose to join the Kansas City Chiefs for the opportunity to learn from Patrick Mahomes and head coach Andy Reid. Fields, who was traded from the New York Jets, cited the team's winning culture and the chance to be behind a quarterback like Mahomes as key factors in his decision.
Despite Mahomes being rehabbing from a serious knee injury, Fields believes that being in the same locker room and quarterback room will help him grow as a player. He aims to soak up every detail from Reid and Mahomes to be prepared for any given opportunity.
Fields sees his role as a veteran backup as an opportunity to be a student of the offense and learn the team's approach to the game. His goal is to get better in any way possible, regardless of whether he starts or serves as a backup.
