Few outside the Pittsburgh Steelers’ building expected Russell Wilson to have the impact he’s had on the 2024 team. When he signed in March, it seemed obvious he would start. How well he’d play was a separate discussion. After missing the first six weeks, many called for Justin Fields to remain the starter. Mike Tomlin bucked conventional wisdom and made the switch.
Now, Wilson has vaulted the offense to another level and made the Steelers Super Bowl contenders. With that, former NFL GM Jeff Diamond named him one of the most impactful signings of the offseason in an article for The 33rd Team.