PITTSBURGH, PA – After spending ten seasons with the Seattle Seahawks, nine-time Pro Bowl quarterback Russell Wilson is set to sign a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Sources close to the NFL have reported that Wilson will make the move, with the Denver Broncos covering $38 million of his salary as part of the agreement.
The decision comes after Wilson was informed by the Broncos of their plans to release him at the start of the new league year. Wilson, 35, had a tumultuous two-season run with the Broncos, ending with a disappointing 11-19 record in his starts and failing to secure a playoff spot. Despite being benched in the 2023 season, Wilson still managed to put up impressive numbers, recording 3,070 passing yards, 26 touchdowns, and only eight interceptions.
Wilson expressed gratitude for his upcoming move to Pittsburgh in a social media post, signaling a new chapter in his NFL career. The quarterback also expressed his desire to win, highlighting his ultimate goal of securing two more Super Bowl victories in the next two years.
The Steelers, who are currently lacking quarterback depth with only Kenny Pickett under contract, are thrilled to have Wilson on board. With a strong track record against the Steelers, boasting a 2-0 record with eight touchdown passes and no interceptions, Wilson brings a winning mindset to the team.
As Wilson prepares for his new journey in Pittsburgh, he leaves behind a significant financial burden for the Broncos. With a $242.6 million deal signed in 2022, the Broncos will face an $85 million dead money hit over the next two seasons due to Wilson’s release.
Looking ahead, the upcoming NFL season could see a showdown between Wilson’s Steelers and his former team, the Denver Broncos. This matchup adds an extra layer of excitement to the anticipation of Wilson’s return to face his former team on the field.