In a surprising twist, the trade that sent Russell Wilson to the Pittsburgh Steelers was driven by a unique reasoning from Sean Payton for the future of the Denver Broncos. Russell Wilson revamped his career with the Pittsburgh Steelers after two very difficult years with the Denver Broncos.

The Pittsburgh Steelers brought in quarterback Russell Wilson on a one-year deal worth the veteran minimum ahead of the 2024 season. This was thanks to Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton forcing Wilson out of town.

The Steelers are averaging just 14 points during their skid. Wilson's hesitancy and questionable decision-making — he slid inbounds to keep the clock running and took a sack during Pittsburgh's ill-fated last-gasp drive against Cincinnati last week — have been as much an issue as a spotty running game and sometimes shaky pass protection.

Seattle will play at Pittsburgh next season, because both teams finished second in their divisions this season.

The Pittsburgh Steelers are putting their playoff hopes in the hands of a 36-year-old quarterback who has both won and lost a Super Bowl, something he has in common with Steelers coach Mike Tomlin. Russell Wilson reflects on his 9-7 postseason record with positivity,

Since the bright start things have gone southwards for Wilson in Pittsburgh. His performances drastically dropped, which is evident from the fact that he has recorded only six touchdown passes in Pittsburgh's final five games.

Just weeks ago, the Pittsburgh Steelers looked like they had found their guy at the quarterback position in Russell Wilson, but after a four-game losing streak, things have changed. One NFL insider believes it's anything but a lock that the veteran signal-caller will be back in 2025.