The deal makes the 26-year-old the team's de facto starting quarterback in 2025, and also reunites him with his former Ohio State teammate in Garrett Wilson ... in pretty cool full-circle moment ...

Ohio State receiver Garrett Wilson (5) celebrates his touchdown against Tulsa during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay ...

And maybe the coolest thing: He's reunited with college teammate Garrett Wilson ... probably also hoping Fields and Wilson can win as much as they did at Ohio State. That's probably wishful ...