# Justin Fields Could Return to New York

> Justin Fields may join Giants after Jets trade him to Chiefs.
- Title: Justin Fields Could Return to New York · NBC Sports | Shortify
- Summary: Justin Fields may join Giants after Jets trade him to Chiefs. Justin Fields could return to New York Giants as backup QB after Jets traded him to Chiefs.
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/justin-fields-could-be-returning-to-new-york
- Published: 2026-09-27T13:37:01.823+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: justin fields, new york giants, jets, chiefs, patriots, nfl, sports
## Justin Fields trade
Justin Fields was traded by the Jets to the Chiefs as part of the plan to have a capable replacement in the event Patrick Mahomes wasn't ready for Week 1.
## Giants consider options
The Giants have made it clear they will look at all options for a quarterback replacement.
## Fields mentioned by reporters
Fields has been mentioned multiple times in recent days by multiple reporters, which means the word is out that he could be a possibility for the Giants.
## Giants move expected
The Giants are expected to make a move as soon as Monday.
## Jameis Winston factor
Jameis Winston's performance against the Titans on Sunday will be a factor in whether the Giants want him as backup or someone who could eventually supplant him.
## Fields contract details
The two-year, $40 million contract Fields signed last year with the Jets included $10 million guaranteed for 2026.
## Chiefs potential move
The Chiefs could recoup their 2027 sixth-round pick and unload the balance of Fields's 2026 salary if Mahomes looks like Mahomes again.
## Key takeaway

Justin Fields could return to New York Giants as backup QB after Jets traded him to Chiefs.