The Pittsburgh Steelers have named their starting quarterback for Week 1 of the 2024 NFL season.
The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback competition is officially over.On Wednesday, Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin announced that Russell Wilson has won the quarterback battle in Pittsburgh. Wilson has beat out Justin Fields for the job and will start Week 1 against the Atlanta Falcons. Tomlin called it a 'difficult decision.
In the end, Tomlin elected to go with Wilson, who will now look to revitalize a Steelers offense that has struggled over the last few seasons with a carousel of starting quarterbacks.Wilson, 35, signed with the Steelers this offseason after being released by the Denver Broncos. The nine-time Pro Bowler with the Seattle Seahawks had a solid 2023 season, throwing for 3,070 yards with 26 touchdowns and eight interceptions.Wilson led the Broncos to a 7-8 record in his 15 starts last season.
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