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Russell Wilson would like to stay with the Steelers.
Set to become a free agent in March after completing a one-year deal with Pittsburgh, the 36-year-old quarterback said during an interview Wednesday on the Pat McAfee Show that he would like to play with Pittsburgh in 2024.
“Going to Pittsburgh was a special place for me” Wilson said. “I hope I can play there for a long time. It’s a special place because of the guys in the locker room, the tradition, and the people, and the wins, and all of that. Plus, you have Mike Tomlin, who is arguably the best coach of all time – one of the best, just because of who he is and how he motivates us. Even through the storm, I think we battled and a lot of that was because of coach Tomlin and who he is and how he makes us prepare.”
Wilson, who was a third-round pick in 2012, appears to have no plans to stop playing.
“Obviously, this year has been exciting in many ways. It was hard at the end. Obviously, we didn’t make it. But I got a lot more in me, man. I’m excited. Obviously, my goal is to be with the Pittsburgh Steelers for a long time and hopefully finish my career there. … I always went against the odds and doubters. I think it’s just part of my nature. I don’t know if it’s little man syndrome or what. But I love the ball, man. I love to compete every day. And I love following him. Anyone who knows me knows that I will do everything I can to be the best for as long as possible.”
Wilson started 11 games for Pittsburgh in 2024, completing 63.7 percent of his throws for 2,482 yards with 16 touchdowns and five interceptions. But the Steelers have lost their last five games – including a postseason game against Baltimore – failing to score at least 20 points in each contest.
That’s part of why whether or not Wilson will continue his career in Pittsburgh is still an open question.
