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After watching Mike Tomlin make a pretty major about-face heading into Week 1 of the NFL season, naming Justin Fields as his QB1 against the Atlanta Falcons, the Pittsburgh Steelers have announced some encouraging news heading into Week 3, with their captain, Russell Wilson, officially questionable with a calf injury and prized rookie wide receiver […]

As Russell Wilson gains ground on his injury recovery, Justin Fields is getting good reviews from opponents. It’s a big battle for the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback job. And an NFL Insider shared encouraging Justin Fields news on keeping the position even when Wilson returns. Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer made the comments on The Rich Eisen […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers named Russell Wilson the team’s starting quarterback prior to the start of the 2024 season. However, he has yet to make his debut with the team as an injury has held Wilson out of action over the first two weeks. Backup QB Justin Fields has started in Wilson’s place and the Steelers […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have won their first two games in the 2024 season with Justin Fields under center. Russell Wilson has been dealing with a calf issue, allowing Fields to take command for the time being. But once Wilson heals, that could change. The Steelers could give Wilson another shot to be the starting quarterback […]

Justin Fields has filled in admirably for the injured Russell Wilson to start the season, leading the Pittsburgh Steelers to a pair of wins over the Atlanta Falcons and the Denver Broncos. As a result, the Steelers sit atop the AFC North as the only 2-0 team in the division. Despite still being involved in […]

It was one of the more surprising offseasons in recent memory when the Pittsburgh Steelers overhauled their entire quarterback position, parting ways with Mitch Trubisky and Mason Rudolph as well as trading Kenny Pickett to the Philadelphia Eagles. In their place, they signed both Russell Wilson and Justin Fields, the latter of whom has started […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers appear to be trending toward another Justin Fields start in Week 3 when they take on the Los Angeles Chargers at home this coming Sunday. New Pittsburgh quarterback Russell Wilson is reportedly not expected to take part in practice this Wednesday as he continues to deal with a calf issue, signifying another […]

Justin Fields and the Pittsburgh Steelers emerged victorious again for the second week in a row after taking down the Denver Broncos, Russell Wilson’s former team, in Mile High City on Sunday to the tune of a 13-6 score. Many had this Steelers-Broncos game circled on their calendars a long time ago, as it was […]

Despite sitting on the bench due to injury, Russell Wilson still got payback over the his former team as the Pittsburgh Steelers beat Sean Payton’s Denver Broncos 13-6 in their Week 2 matchup on Sunday. New Steelers starting quarterback Justin Fields went 13-for-20 with 117 passing yards and one touchdown. Meanwhile, Broncos QB Bo Nix […]

With the talk surrounding Pittsburgh Steelers star Russell Wilson’s injury and Justin Fields, the veteran quarterback will be out once again in Week 2 against the Denver Broncos according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. While the expectation was that he would miss Sunday with the calf injury, Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said Wilson was […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers started quarterback Justin Fields in Week 1 over Russell Wilson due to Wilson re-aggravating a calf injury. Still, if Fields leads the Steelers to a Week 2 win, he might win the job for a more extended period. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin might ride […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers squeaked out an 18-10 road victory over the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1 without starting quarterback Russell Wilson. Unfortunately, head coach Mike Tomlin and company may have to run it back without Wilson under center on Sunday. Tomlin said Wilson will be “questionable” to play against the Denver Broncos, via PGH Steelers […]

Russell Wilson’s season didn’t begin the way he wanted, but there’s talk he will get a chance to reclaim the Pittsburgh Steelers starting quarterback spot when he returns from injury. Wilson got honest about missing Week 1 with the setback. Wilson said sitting out the first game made the most sense, ESPN Steelers reporter Brooke […]

The Russell Wilson revenge game against the Denver Broncos might have to be put on hold for Week 2. The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback was limited at practice with a calf injury that kept Wilson out of Week 1, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. When Wilson was out, backup quarterback Justin Fields took the reins […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are 1-0 after their starting quarterback, Justin Fields, led the team to an 18-10 victory over the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1. Despite the winning results and the pronouncement that Fields will once again be the Steelers starting QB in Week 2 while presumed starter Russell Wilson deals with a calf injury, […]

While Russell Wilson was expected to be the Pittsburgh Steelers starting quarterback to open the season, Justin Fields was forced under center in Week 1 due to the former’s injury. As the Steelers prepare for Week 2, head coach Mike Tomlin is expecting more of the same. Fields has already been announced as the QB1 […]

It appears that the Pittsburgh Steelers will continue to give Justin Fields the keys to the team’s starting quarterback gig. The former Ohio State Buckeyes star signal-caller is reportedly expected to start in the Steelers’ Week 2 game against the Denver Broncos at home, according to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. “The #Steelers are […]

When news broke at the 11th hour that Russell Wilson was doubtful to start for the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 1, going from questionable to doubtful to out rapidly with a calf injury, it took the NFL world by storm. Fantasy football managers rapidly scrambled to find a new starting option – assuming they somehow […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been embroiled in a QB controversy for the entire summer. The Steelers replaced Kenny Pickett and friends with Russell Wilson and Justin Fields. Pittsburgh’s coaching staff has made it clear that Russell Wilson won that training camp battle. However, Wilson’s calf injury is forcing Fields into the QB1 role for Week […]

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson is dealing with a calf injury ahead of Sunday’s game against the Atlanta Falcons, and he said the plan is for him to test the calf on Sunday during pregame warm ups before making a decision, according to Brooke Pryor of ESPN. Russell Wilson is doing everything possible to be […]

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson’s status for Sunday’s season opener against the Atlanta Falcons has been one of the biggest storylines heading to Week 1. Wilson, who was recently ruled as questionable for the game as he works through a calf injury, just got a major update that may point to him being able to […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are once again looking to make the postseason, as one of the NFL’s most successful teams will try to capture their seventh Lombardi Trophy in 2024. Quarterbacks Russell Wilson and Justin Fields joined the team in the offseason, and it looked as if Wilson was poised to be their starting signal caller. […]

Following a much anticipated quarterback decision in training camp, the Pittsburgh Steelers might be forced to quickly change their plans. Russell Wilson is listed as questionable for the team’s Week 1 matchup versus the Atlanta Falcons, according to ESPN’s Brooke Pryor. The 35-year-old is nursing a calf injury that hampered him in camp and is […]

The Russell Wilson Era is not getting off to a promising start for the Pittsburgh Steelers, as injury concerns cloud the team’s season opener versus the Atlanta Falcons. A day after head coach Mike Tomlin revealed that his starting quarterback was once again dealing with calf tightness, Wilson is taking it upon himself to address […]

Mike Tomlin was presented with a quarterback conundrum when their signal callers were signed. They could go with an experienced but often injured Russell Wilson or start Justin Fields despite his previous struggles. The Pittsburgh Steelers made their choice very clear to choose the former. However, it looks like fate may have chosen for them. […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers had a back-and-forth quarterback battle between Russell Wilson and Justin Fields. At the end of it, Wilson was named the QB1 despite dealing with a calf injury during training camp. Now, the veteran signal-caller is once again nursing the calf issue just days before the season opener, per Brooke Pryor of ESPN. […]

Just five days after beating out Justin Fields for the Pittsburgh Steelers starting quarterback job, 12-year veteran Russell Wilson was selected by his teammates as one of four team captains for the 2024 season. The decision to make Russell Wilson a team captain comes as a bit of surprise for a multitude of reasons. First, […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers might just be the most interesting team in the entire NFL heading into the 2024 season. No, not because they are going to be Super Bowl contenders, as that simply feels unrealistic, but because of the sheer value of outcome they could experience this fall, from fighting for the top spot in […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers had many eyes on the quarterback battle between Russell Wilson and Justin Fields. Ultimately, Wilson came out as the victor and will be under center when the Steelers face the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1.  But Fields isn’t completely out of Pittsburgh’s head. The team is relying on Wilson to right the […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers made a significant gamble by signing quarterback Russell Wilson shortly after his release from the Denver Broncos. They also brought in Justin Fields to compete for the starting role, following the trade of Kenny Pickett and allowing both Mitch Trubisky and Mason Rudolph to explore opportunities in free agency. But as the […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers had one of the more intriguing quarterback battles across the league this year, as Russell Wilson and Justin Fields duked it out for the starting job. The veteran Wilson ended up getting named the team’s Week 1 starter, and offensive coordinator Arthur Smith recently pulled back the curtain on Pittsburgh’s big decision. […]

When the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1, Russell Wilson will be under center for the away team. But that doesn’t mean Mike Tomlin doesn’t have some tricks up his sleeve when it comes to backup quarterback Justin Fields. Fields is known for his athleticism and playmaking ability. While it didn’t […]

There wasn’t as much drama as the media’s narrative may have suggested in naming the Pittsburgh Steelers starting quarterback. The longtime offseason favorite to land the gig, Russell Wilson, was named the Steelers starter by Mike Tomlin on Wednesday. The media continues to stir the pot, though, as NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport hears the […]

On Wednesday, it was announced that Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin had decided to roll with Russell Wilson instead of Justin Fields as his starting quarterback entering the 2024 NFL season. Both Wilson and Fields were acquired by the Steelers this offseason after ineptitude at the quarterback position dating back the last several years, […]

After an intense battle with Justin Fields, the Pittsburgh Steelers named Russell Wilson their starting quarterback on Wednesday. Now that the decision has officially been made, Wilson is ready to lock in and focus on leading the Steelers to success. Pittsburgh marks the third franchise Wilson will play for in his NFL career. Ahead of […]

After a fierce battle all summer for the QB1 job between Russell Wilson and Justin Fields, the Pittsburgh Steelers have decided who will lead the offense in the season opener. Russell Wilson will be the starter in Week 1, via NFL on FOX’s Jay Glazer. The veteran was the main man for the Denver Broncos […]

After the Pittsburgh Steelers lost their final preseason game 24-17 to the Detroit Lions, the team has yet to decide on whether to make quarterback Russell Wilson or Justin Fields the starter. The team could release its decision soon enough, but former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III shared a possible worst-case scenario for Fields. During […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback battle is still in progress with a decision likely soon after the team’s preseason finale loss against the Detroit Lions, 24-17. Both quarterbacks led the Steelers to scoring drives, but Wilson started the game and was pulled after one series which led the way to Justin Fields who played three drives. […]

After a close preseason loss, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson seemed confident in his responses to the media about the quarterback battle between him and Justin Fields soon coming to a close. When a reporter mentioned that head coach Mike Tomlin would name a starter after the upcoming week of practices, Wilson delivered a firm […]