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Russell Wilson's lack of mobility could be a problem for Steelers

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10/16/2024 4:05:35 PM
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Russell Wilson’s lack of mobility could be an issue for the Steelers offense according to Mike DeFabo of The Athletic.

With Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin considering starting Wilson over Justin Fields in Week 7 against the Jets, DeFabo pointed out that Wilson has led the NFL in sacks taken in two of the past five seasons. “With an injured and inexperienced offensive line, the risk of sacks setting the Steelers back is real,” DeFabo said. “Wilson also leaned on his mobility in his younger days to extend plays and create outside of structure. The Steelers should not expect him to be this type of passer and will need to evolve the offense accordingly.”

DeFabo added that Fields could still be used in certain packages as a rusher as the Steelers continue adding “new wrinkles” to the Fields-involved rushing attack. In such a scenario, Wilson would not be fantasy viable in any format.  Given that he has led them to a 4-2 record, wouldn't it make more sense for everyone if Fields remains the team's starting QB and Wilson remains on the bench?


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