Russell Wilson shines on debut as Pittsburgh Steelers thrash New York Jets
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Russell Wilson shines on debut as Pittsburgh Steelers thrash New York Jets

The Independent  

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Russell Wilson’s miscues prove pivotal in Steelers loss: ‘I put that game on me’
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2 weeks ago

Russell Wilson’s miscues prove pivotal in Steelers loss: ‘I put that game on me’

New York Times  

BALTIMORE — Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson saw the green grass in front of him, with the end zone within reach, and took off running. Tune in on FOX pic.twitter.com/zWEtx7xIQ9 — Baltimore Ravens December 21, 2024 During the Steelers’ 34-17 loss to the Ravens on Saturday, plays that can’t happen too often did. “We’ve all got to be on one …

Wilson throws for 2 touchdowns as Steelers cruise past mistake-prone Browns 27-14
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Wilson throws for 2 touchdowns as Steelers cruise past mistake-prone Browns 27-14

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Cam Heyward has been on good teams before. Russell Wilson threw for 158 yards and two touchdowns, Heyward recorded two sacks and the Steelers beat the Cleveland Browns 27-14 on Sunday even with leading receiver George Pickens watching from the sideline while missing the first game of his career due to a groin injury. “I don’t believe the …

Steelers QB Russell Wilson is spreading the wealth on offense
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Steelers QB Russell Wilson is spreading the wealth on offense

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington was minding his own business during practice recently, doing his due diligence while running his route when the ball suddenly came his way. Washington was on the back side all by his lonesome while a sea of wide receivers and running backs zig-zagged across quarterback Russell Wilson’s field of vision. “It’s like …

Russell Wilson throws for a season-high 414 yards and 3 TDs as the Steelers top the Bengals 44-38
1 month ago

Russell Wilson throws for a season-high 414 yards and 3 TDs as the Steelers top the Bengals 44-38

Associated Press  

CINCINNATI — Russell Wilson has been at the center of a quarterback controversy since he arrived in Pittsburgh, competing with Justin Fields for the starting job. Wilson threw for a season-high 414 yards and three touchdowns, and the Steelers outlasted Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals for a 44-38 victory. We knew it was going to be a heavyweight fight.” …

Russell Wilson’s TD pass to Mike Williams lifts the Steelers over the Commanders 28-27
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Russell Wilson’s TD pass to Mike Williams lifts the Steelers over the Commanders 28-27

Associated Press  

— Anyone who questioned Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin’s switch to Russell Wilson from Justin Fields might be reconsidering the wisdom of the move right about now. Wilson shook off his first interception in 11 months and hit trade-deadline pickup Mike Williams for a 32-yard touchdown with less than 2 1/2 minutes left in the fourth quarter for the quarterback’s …

New York Jets end losing run with victory over Houston Texans
2 months ago

New York Jets end losing run with victory over Houston Texans

The Independent  

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NFL fans all say the same thing after Jets star Garrett Wilson makes miracle TD catch in vital win over Texans
2 months ago

NFL fans all say the same thing after Jets star Garrett Wilson makes miracle TD catch in vital win over Texans

Daily Mail  

Even in the darkest of NFL contests, sometimes there's a shimmering light that pokes through the clouds. Nearly ten years after New York Giants wideout Odell Beckham Jr made a spectacular one-handed catch at MetLife Stadium, Wilson did the same with a miraculous effort that punctuated his team's first win in over 40 days as they beat the Houston Texans …

Wilson's Obsession with the Game Continues as Steelers Emerge from a Tough Start
2 months ago

Wilson's Obsession with the Game Continues as Steelers Emerge from a Tough Start

Associated Press  

Russell Wilson shines in his first two starts for the Pittsburgh Steelers, showcasing his dedication to learning and understanding the game. Despite facing challenges with penalties and a struggling defense, he has shown flashes of brilliance, completing 36 of 57 for 542 yards and leading the Steelers to a surprising victory over the New York Giants. Wilson's commitment to continuous …

Pittsburgh Steelers overcome New York Giants for third straight win
2 months ago

Pittsburgh Steelers overcome New York Giants for third straight win

The Independent  

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Steelers Seek Home Dominance as Giants Visit Acrisure Stadium
2 months, 1 week ago

Steelers Seek Home Dominance as Giants Visit Acrisure Stadium

Associated Press  

The Steelers look to keep their Monday night home dominance going against the reeling Giants in a crucial AFC clash. The Giants, who have struggled to protect Daniel Jones, will need to slow down Najee Harris and Dexter Lawrence to keep their offense afloat. The Steelers' defense, led by T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith, will be looking to generate pressure …

NFL QB stock report, Week 8: Russell Wilson dazzles in debut; Patrick Mahomes still No. 1?
2 months, 1 week ago

NFL QB stock report, Week 8: Russell Wilson dazzles in debut; Patrick Mahomes still No. 1?

New York Times  

Russell Wilson’s debut was proof all questions can be answered on the football field. GO DEEPER Mike Tomlin vindicated, Russell Wilson 'excellent' in Steelers debut That’s some real pressure, and Wilson handled it as well as anyone could have hoped. Powered by @awscloud pic.twitter.com/0ds0cXRl8X — Next Gen Stats October 21, 2024 Wilson breezed through his first test, and his next …

Mike Tomlin vindicated, Russell Wilson ‘excellent’ in Steelers debut
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Mike Tomlin vindicated, Russell Wilson ‘excellent’ in Steelers debut

New York Times  

PITTSBURGH — Two series into Russell Wilson’s first start as the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback, a small smattering of boos rained down at Acrisure Stadium. Wilson said that following Pickens’ game two weeks ago against the Dallas Cowboys, when his frustration bubbled over on several instances, the quarterback sat down with the receiver to help keep him engaged. “Throwing that first …

Jets vs. Steelers: A Tale of Two Quarterbacks and a Crucial Showdown
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Jets vs. Steelers: A Tale of Two Quarterbacks and a Crucial Showdown

Associated Press  

The Jets and Steelers are set to clash in a highly anticipated game on Sunday night. The Jets welcome back Davante Adams, who reunites with Aaron Rodgers in the passing game. On the other hand, the Steelers look to bounce back after a tough preseason with the return of Russell Wilson. The matchup is crucial for both teams, as the …

Justin Fields wins 2nd straight start as sub for Russell Wilson, leads Steelers past Broncos 13-6
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Justin Fields wins 2nd straight start as sub for Russell Wilson, leads Steelers past Broncos 13-6

Associated Press  

DENVER — Justin Fields and the Pittsburgh Steelers squeaked past the sputtering Denver Broncos 13-6 on Sunday with Russell Wilson reprising his bitter role as sideline spectator in the Mile High City. Nix, who had a pair of turnovers deep in Seattle’s territory in his NFL debut, was intercepted by Cory Trice Jr. in the back of the end zone …

Russell Wilson sits out season opener for Steelers with a calf injury. Justin Fields get the start
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Russell Wilson sits out season opener for Steelers with a calf injury. Justin Fields get the start

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Russell Wilson’s debut with the Pittsburgh Steelers will have to wait. Wilson, a nine-time Pro Bowler who signed with the Steelers after being cut loose by the Denver Broncos, was ruled out of the season opener Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons because of a calf injury. Another newcomer to the Steelers, Justin Fields, was set to start in …

Steelers QB Russell Wilson is questionable for opener at Atlanta with a calf injury
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Steelers QB Russell Wilson is questionable for opener at Atlanta with a calf injury

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers thought they settled their quarterback competition when coach Mike Tomlin anointed Russell Wilson the starter for Sunday’s opener in Atlanta. The Steelers listed Wilson as “questionable” for Week 1 after the 35-year-old aggravated a calf injury in practice on Thursday, potentially opening the door for Justin Fields to get the nod against the Falcons. “So …

Pittsburgh Steelers are handing their offense to veteran QB Russell Wilson
4 months ago

Pittsburgh Steelers are handing their offense to veteran QB Russell Wilson

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers are going to let Russell Wilson cook. Coach Mike Tomlin announced the nine-time Pro Bowler as the starter on Wednesday, putting an end to a largely perfunctory quarterback competition with Justin Fields in which the 35-year-old Wilson held the “pole position” as Tomlin put it for months and did little to cede ground to Fields. …

Russell Wilson, Justin Fields lead TD drives for Steelers in 24-17 loss to Lions in preseason finale
4 months, 1 week ago

Russell Wilson, Justin Fields lead TD drives for Steelers in 24-17 loss to Lions in preseason finale

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin still isn’t ready to say who his starting quarterback will be when the season begins. Russell Wilson and Justin Fields led touchdown drives for the Steelers, who lost 24-17 to the Detroit Lions on Saturday in the preseason finale for both teams. Tomlin has said repeatedly that Wilson is in the “pole position” …

Steelers QB Russell Wilson plans to play in preseason finale against Detroit
4 months, 1 week ago

Steelers QB Russell Wilson plans to play in preseason finale against Detroit

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Russell Wilson wants another shot to get the Pittsburgh Steelers offense heading in the right direction before the regular season starts. “And obviously, we didn’t get the win and everything else, but I think the big thing for us is just executing and us making our plays and doing our thing.” Pittsburgh’s starting offense has failed to produce …

Russell Wilson slogs through a rusty preseason debut. Josh Allen sits as Bills top Steelers 9-3
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Russell Wilson slogs through a rusty preseason debut. Josh Allen sits as Bills top Steelers 9-3

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Russell Wilson has been playing football for a long time. So while Wilson was less than thrilled after his first five series with the Pittsburgh Steelers produced little in a 9-3 preseason loss to the Buffalo Bills on Saturday night, he also was hardly concerned. And so that’s the diligence that we have to have.” There’s certainly plenty …

Jets quarterback Zach Wilson leaves game vs. Dolphins with a concussion
1 year ago

Jets quarterback Zach Wilson leaves game vs. Dolphins with a concussion

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson is in the concussion protocol after leaving the 30-0 loss to the Miami Dolphins late in the second quarter Sunday. Trevor Siemian replaced Wilson on the Jets’ final series of the first half, and CBS originally reported that Wilson went into the locker room early to get hydrated. The Jets …

Zach Wilson leads Jets to 30-6 win over Texans in return. C.J. Stroud leaves late with a concussion
1 year ago

Zach Wilson leads Jets to 30-6 win over Texans in return. C.J. Stroud leaves late with a concussion

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Zach Wilson overcame a sluggish start, some big hits and a week of criticism and controversy by responding with the type of impressive performance the New York Jets have long been expecting. “That’s what we want every game to look like.” Wilson was 27 of 36 for 301 yards — his third career game of 300 …

Russell Wilson’s worst game as Broncos QB renews questions about future
1 year, 2 months ago

Russell Wilson’s worst game as Broncos QB renews questions about future

New York Times  

— Russell Wilson looked to his left as soon as the shotgun snap hit his hands. On the second play of Denver’s next drive, after the Broncos defense limited the Chiefs to a field goal, Wilson dropped back to pass and saw Jerry Jeudy up the left seam. “Can’t happen.” Broncos head coach Sean Payton said he was “disappointed but …

Zach Wilson, Jets show signs of life in loss to Chiefs. Can they carry it forward?
1 year, 3 months ago

Zach Wilson, Jets show signs of life in loss to Chiefs. Can they carry it forward?

New York Times  

NFL Week 5 Power Rankings are out now. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — New York Jets coach Robert Saleh walked to the lectern on Sunday night and gripped it so hard it should’ve snapped in half. – Jets QB Zach Wilson on his fumbled snap pic.twitter.com/ZFjwLUF1ue — NFL on CBS 🏈 October 2, 2023 On the sideline, Wilson blamed himself, but …

Jets are sticking with Zach Wilson despite the quarterback’s struggles
1 year, 3 months ago

Jets are sticking with Zach Wilson despite the quarterback’s struggles

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The weather was ugly. “Overall, it just wasn’t good enough, from coaching to the players to all of it,” coach Robert Saleh said. “And that’s for multiple reasons.” He said he still supports his quarterback, and Saleh insists he’s not concerned about potential problems arising with his team by continuing to have Zach Wilson start. And …

Zach Wilson’s struggles continue as Jets listless in loss: How Patriots’ scheme worked
1 year, 3 months ago

Zach Wilson’s struggles continue as Jets listless in loss: How Patriots’ scheme worked

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Jets vs. Chargers on Monday Night Football. New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson’s struggles continued against the New England Patriots on Sunday as the Jets lost 15-10. Since replacing Aaron Rodgers after New York’s first offensive drive of the season, Wilson has 467 yards with two touchdowns and four interceptions. Stop if you’ve heard …

Wilson solid as a backup as Jets begin Rodgers Era with 21-16 loss to Browns in Hall of Fame game
1 year, 5 months ago

Wilson solid as a backup as Jets begin Rodgers Era with 21-16 loss to Browns in Hall of Fame game

Associated Press  

CANTON, Ohio — Aaron Rodgers has yet to throw a pass in a game for the New York Jets. Zach Wilson showed he can move New York’s offense as a backup quarterback, but the Jets kicked off the Rodgers Era with a 21-16 loss to the Cleveland Browns on Thursday night in the Hall of Fame game. “I’ve never met …

Wilson, Jets’ defense stun Allen, Bills in 20-17 victory
2 years, 1 month ago

Wilson, Jets’ defense stun Allen, Bills in 20-17 victory

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The sky was falling for the New York Jets against the Buffalo Bills. “We’re too young to flinch,” coach Robert Saleh said after New York’s stunning 20-17 victory Sunday. “I’ll get through it.” Things took a strange turn when Wilson and the Jets’ offense were marching downfield on their opening drive of the second half. But …

Jalen Hurts and AJ Brown lead dominant Eagles over Steelers
2 years, 2 months ago

Jalen Hurts and AJ Brown lead dominant Eagles over Steelers

The Independent  

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Broncos star Russell Wilson claims he was 'doing high knees in the aisle' on his flight to London
2 years, 2 months ago

Broncos star Russell Wilson claims he was 'doing high knees in the aisle' on his flight to London

Daily Mail  

Apparently the 'fasten your seatbelt' sign is no match for the man who leads Broncos Country with a resounding 'Let's Ride'. Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson proclaimed himself 'ready to roll' after spending four hours on the flight from Denver to London doing stretches and exercises in the aisles of the plane. Broncos QB Russell Wilson said he spent half of …

Wilson rallies Jets past Pickett, Steelers 24-20
2 years, 3 months ago

Wilson rallies Jets past Pickett, Steelers 24-20

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — There was no doubt in Zach Wilson’s mind. Wilson leaned into the huddle and said simply, as running back Breece Hall put it: “Let’s go score a. touchdown.” Ten plays, 65 yards, a handful of heady throws by Wilson and one outstretched arm by Hall later, the Jets were in the end zone and a franchise that has …

Jets, Zach Wilson spoil Kenny Pickett’s Steelers debut
2 years, 3 months ago

Jets, Zach Wilson spoil Kenny Pickett’s Steelers debut

New York Times  

Steelers rookie quarterback Kenny Pickett made his debut Sunday after Pittsburgh benched starter Mitch Trubisky at the start of the second half of their 24-20 loss to the New York Jets. Jets quarterback Zach Wilson, playing in his first game this season, led New York on a game-winning drive that was capped by a 2-yard touchdown run from Breece Hall …

Wilson returns for Jets; Trubisky stays course in Pittsburgh
2 years, 3 months ago

Wilson returns for Jets; Trubisky stays course in Pittsburgh

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — The New York Jets and Zach Wilson are where the Pittsburgh Steelers are going with Kenny Pickett. “It’s the first quarter NFL season man, you can’t hoist up the trophy just yet,” inside linebacker Myles Jack said. We’re just getting started.” BIG MAN SHUFFLE The Jets entered the season with their projected starting five offensive linemen having spent …

Seahawks’ Russell Wilson throws Rams for a loss with four-TD performance
5 years, 3 months ago

Seahawks’ Russell Wilson throws Rams for a loss with four-TD performance

LA Times  

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson is pressured by Aaron Donald during the first half of the Seahawks’ 30-29 win Thursday. “I’d say my favorite throw was the game-winning one,” said Wilson, referring to a point-blank, fourth-down pass to Chris Carson that the running back nearly dropped but tipped back to himself. “I play the game to win.” That’s plain to …

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