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With new kickoff rules, ex-Chicago Bears QB could be a return man

With new kickoff rules, ex-Chicago Bears QB could be a return man

A quarterback who was drafted in the first round just three years ago returning kickoffs? It seems wild but an NFL rule change could lead to that role for Justin Fields, who was traded from the Bears to Steelers in March. Cameron Heyward, a veteran All-Pro defensive lineman with Pittsburgh, hosted his “Not Just Football” podcast during the franchise's draft party last weekend and running back Jaylen Warren said Fields could be used on kick returns.