This offseason, the Pittsburgh Steelers could really use an upgrade at quarterback. And it appears that they have several choices.
The Chicago Bears and the Steelers are now being linked for a possible deal involving Justin Fields, and Russell Wilson is expected to sign with the team this offseason.
Pittsburgh Steelers Linked With Russell Wilson
In March, Wilson is anticipated to be free to sign with another team. This comes after he was benched by the Denver Broncos in their last games of the 2023 campaign due to a purported dispute over the guarantee triggers in his contract.
The seasoned quarterback, who in 2022 agreed to a $242.5 million contract extension with Denver, has since disclosed that he anticipates leaving the organisation before those assurances become operative.
Having said that, there has been more discussion about Wilson’s possible next team. Despite his struggles over the last several years with the Broncos, he is still a capable starting quarterback in the NFL.
It’s interesting to note that, should he become available, the Steelers have become the front-runners to sign him. As of Saturday, Pittsburgh’s chances of signing Wilson went from +1400 to -110, indicating a strong likelihood, according to NBC Sports.
Brady Quinn Wants Russell Wilson With Pittsburgh Steelers
To be honest, seeing Russell Wilson and the Pittsburgh Steelers together is an exciting proposition. Pittsburgh needs a quarterback with championship experience who can very well take them from a middle-of-the-pack club to a title contender, and Wilson needs a well-established system in which he can flourish.
Fields might be a good long-term pick, but his lack of postseason experience and elite achievement raises some red flags. Wilson might therefore be a preferable option in light of the Steelers’ immediate objectives.
Wilson is a terrific fit for the Steelers, according to former NFL quarterback turned commentator Brady Quinn, who noted that Pittsburgh has everything in place to help Wilson return to his superstar form.
Quinn stated on the Pick Six Podcast, “If I’m Russell Wilson, I’m like dude put me on that team,” explaining why the Broncos quarterback ought to sign with the Steelers. “They have a strong defence, an improved offensive line, and weapons on the outside.” And if you combine him with Mike Tomlin, a head coach who has won everything in his career, I believe you have a winning formula for someone seeking to reinvent their career.
Although it’s unclear if the Steelers will pursue Wilson when he becomes available, it’s certainly something to watch.
