This article was originally published on SteelersNOW.com.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are expected to re-sign quarterback Russell Wilson this offseason, according to NFL insider Dianna Russini. Wilson, who signed a one-year contract with the Steelers in March, is expected to become an unrestricted free agent.
“The QB free agent market is lacking, with Sam Darnold and Russell Wilson among the top names – although Wilson is expected to stay with the Steelers and the Vikings could decide to keep Darnold if he is willing to be a backup,” wrote Russini.
Wilson, who turns 36 on Nov. 29, is 4-1 since entering the starting lineup in Week 7. He has completed 63.1 percent of his passes for 1,212 yards with seven touchdowns, two interceptions and a 98.6 quarterback rating. The Steelers offense was firing on all cylinders in Wilson’s first three games, but it cooled down in the last two. Wilson was sacked at a high rate and the offense was terrible in the red zone.
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