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Seven such first-rounders from 2021 — including Chiefs backup quarterback Justin Fields — are still hanging on.

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Fields among 2021 first-rounders still on rosters after option decline

Fields, a backup quarterback for the Chiefs, is cited as one of seven first-rounders from the 2021 draft class whose fifth-year options were declined but who remain on NFL rosters, illustrating the possibility of career continuation for early draft picks despite disappointing starts.

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Fields' dual-threat ability opens door for expanded offensive packages with Mahomes.

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QB trending negatively heading into Week 1.

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Fields' fourth team in four years raises questions about Reid's ability to unlock his potential.

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Chiefs acquired Fields as backup QB via trade for late 2027 pick.

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Fields' 9.9 YPA and 3 TDs didn't prevent benching two months later.

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On the flip side of this, last year after Week 1: Justin Fields was QB1 Aaron Jones and Jacory Croskey-Merritt were tied at RB11 Keon Coleman was WR4...

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