A QB returning kicks? The Steelers considering it with Justin Fields

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The Pittsburgh Steelers might use their prized new quarterback, Justin Fields, in a special new role — returning kickoffs, under revamped NFL kicking guidelines that take effect this fall. Pittsburgh running back Jaylen Warren revealed the potential, unorthodox scheme on teammate's 'Not Just Football with Cam Heyward' podcast that posted on Thursday.

Receiving team blockers will be face-to-face with the kicking team at the 35 and no one moves until the ball is caught by the returner, probably around the goal line. The radical new alignment gives returners space to possibly break off a big runback and protect all players from high-speed collisions since blocking would commence immediately. Fields has been clocked as fast as 4.44 seconds in the 40-yard dash, making him one of the game's fastest quarterbacks.

 

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