The Pittsburgh Steelers are facing uncertainty as their quarterback, Russell Wilson, deals with calf tightness ahead of their season opener against the Atlanta Falcons. Coach Mike Tomlin revealed that Wilson was limited in practice on Thursday, with the 35-year-old quarterback having previously battled a calf injury during training camp.
Despite being named the starting quarterback over Justin Fields last week, Wilson’s status for Sunday’s game remains up in the air. While Tomlin expressed confidence that the injury isn’t a long-term concern, there are doubts about whether Wilson will be fit to play against the Falcons.
The Steelers have high hopes for Fields, and Wilson’s injury has raised questions about the rookie quarterback’s potential playing time in the upcoming game. First-year offensive coordinator Arthur Smith remained tight-lipped about the situation, but it seems likely that Fields could see some action on the field if Wilson is unavailable.
As the Steelers navigate this quarterback dilemma, fans eagerly await updates on Wilson’s condition and the team’s game plan for Sunday. Stay tuned for more updates as the situation unfolds.
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