Why Steelers should consider moving on from Russell Wilson

[ad_1] Quarterback Russell Wilson reiterated his need to re-sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers, however the crew ought to discover different choices at a very powerful place.

"Clearly, I hope I am right here," Wilson, a free agent this offseason, mentioned after a 28-14 wild-card loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday. "I belief God, each time that's. And it is a particular, particular place. And I do know God introduced me right here for a purpose."

The Steelers haven't clarified whether or not they need Wilson to return in 2025. In his postgame information convention, Pittsburgh head coach Mike Tomlin mentioned Wilson's "wasn't adequate," however he praised the QB for his management.

After Wilson recovered from a calf harm, he changed Justin Fields because the crew's beginning QB in Week 7. In his first 4 begins, he went 4-0, and the Steelers averaged 27.2 factors per sport.

The previous Professional Bowler fizzled in his final seven begins. He went 2-5 throughout this span, and Pittsburgh averaged 21 factors per sport.

Wilson completed the common season with 2,482 passing yards, 16 landing passes, 5 interceptions and a barely above-average 51.4 QBR. Towards Baltimore, the 36-year-old accomplished 20-of-29 passes for 270 yards and two TDs however was sacked 4 occasions.

Wilson might nonetheless be Pittsburgh's bridge QB. Spotrac estimates his market worth is a two-year deal value $38.7M yearly, fifteenth amongst QBs.

Nevertheless, Fields, a free agent this offseason, might provide extra potential. In 10 video games, the 25-year-old had 10 touchdowns (5 passing and 5 speeding) and 1,395 yards (1,106 passing and 289 speeding). He additionally went 4-2 in six begins.

Re-signing Fields ought to be cheaper for Pittsburgh. Based on Spotrac, his market worth is a one-year deal value $8.9M yearly.

If the Steelers do not discover a franchise QB, they could battle to compete within the AFC North, the place Lamar Jackson of the Baltimore Ravens and Joe Burrow of the Cincinnati Bengals await twice a 12 months.