When Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin announced QB Russell Wilson would get the start against the New York Jets, there were definitely some nerves among Steelers fans and parts of the media. Justin Fields was 4-2 as the starter to open the season, and Wilson hadn’t played for the Steelers yet outside of spot duty in the preseason. But fears were allayed as Wilson got more comfortable under center against the Jets.
Wilson showed an ability to deliver catchable balls down the field to his wide receivers. It allowed WR George Pickens to do what he does best, win one-on-one matchups and grab the football.