Russell Wilson is hoping to have the “best year” of his life in Pittsburgh.
The 36-year-old quarterback, who signed a one-year contract with the team last March, told the media Saturday after the Steelers' 28-14 loss to the Ravens in the wild-card playoffs that he wants to remain in Pittsburgh. expressed. Free agency is looming.
“Pittsburgh Steelers organization, I'm very happy to be here. Our guys, our organization is truly top-notch. I love this city and what it means to me. Not, but [wife] Not only Ciara and our family, but the National Football League is a special place with special players and a special coach in Coach Tomlin. wilson saidaccording to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
“We have a special organization with special talent, special players, and a special fan base. Being a Pittsburgh Steeler player has truly been a blessing in my life, and personally It's been one of the best years. I hope to be here, of course.”
Wilson, named the Steelers' starter out of training camp, missed the first six weeks with a calf injury, paving the way for former first-round pick Justin Fields to open the season at center.
Fields started his career with the Bears in 2021, throwing five touchdowns and one interception, leading the Steelers to a 4-2 start.
Coach Mike Tomlin shook up the lineup when Wilson returned in October, giving him the key to getting past the 25-year-old Fields.
Despite Wilson controlling the offense with a strong 6-1 start, the Steelers finished the regular season with a four-game slump that began in December.
Their 2024-25 season ended Saturday when they were eliminated from the postseason by their AFC North rivals.
Following the team's season-ending loss, Tomlin was asked about his future as the Steelers' quarterback.
“I'm not ready to take a big-picture approach. You know, I'm seriously evaluating what happened today and I certainly appreciate the effort tonight, but… , that's mainly true for the entire season,” he said. As featured on Bleacher Report.
“They're two quality guys, three at the quarterback position, and I really appreciate what they put into this job.”
Fields, who was traded from the Bears to the Steelers last offseason, will be a free agent, along with fellow backup quarterback Kyle Allen.
Wilson finished his first season in Pittsburgh throwing for 2,482 yards, 16 touchdowns, and five interceptions in 11 games.
He arrived in Pittsburgh after two seasons with the Broncos. Wilson began his career with the Seahawks in 2012 and won one Super Bowl with Seattle.
