Steelers Decline 2025 Option in Justin Fields’ Contract

The Pittsburgh Steelers have elected not to exercise their team option for the 2025 season in quarterback Justin Fields’ contract, according to a report by ESPN. The option would have guaranteed Fields, the 11th overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, a salary of $25.7 million in 2025. Fields, who was acquired from the Chicago Bears in a trade last month, has a base salary of $1.6 million for the 2024 season. The Steelers have until May 2 to decide on the fifth-year options for Fields as well as running back Najee Harris.

Driver Market on Hold as Teams Weigh Options Ahead of 2025

The Formula 1 driver market remains in flux, with key decisions yet to be made. Teams like Aston Martin and Red Bull are in a relaxed state, waiting to see how things play out before making any moves. Mercedes is also taking a cautious approach, eyeing potential options for Lewis Hamilton’s replacement in 2025. However, Audi’s aggressive timeline is putting pressure on drivers like Carlos Sainz, who must decide between an immediate opportunity at Audi or the possibility of a future seat at Red Bull or Mercedes.

F1 Set to Vote on New Points Structure for 2025 Season

Formula 1 teams are considering a new points system that would reward drivers finishing as low as 12th place. The current system, which awards points to the top 10 drivers, has been criticized for limiting opportunities for drivers in the middle of the field. The proposed changes would not affect the top seven finishers but would increase the points awarded from eighth to twelfth place.

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