Quarterback Russell Wilson has signed a one-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers for the veteran minimum of $1.2 million. The remaining $38 million of his contract will be paid by Denver, as they try to make up for the mistakes of the previous regime. Per CBS Sports.
There are mixed opinions about Wilson's performance in Denver, but the Pittsburgh Steelers have acquired an NFL starting quarterback for a "bag of chips." This is a great deal for both sides.
Wilson gets a chance to reboot his career in a more stable environment. Kenny Pickett also gets time to develop.
Here are some additional details about the deal:
- The contract is for one year, with a team option for a second year.
- Wilson's base salary for the 2024 season will be $1.2 million.
- The Denver Broncos will be responsible for paying the remaining $38 million of Wilson's contract.
- Wilson will have a no-trade clause for the 2024 season.
This is a significant development for the Pittsburgh Steelers. They have been looking for a franchise quarterback for years, and they may have finally found one in Wilson.
It will be interesting to see how Wilson performs in Pittsburgh. He has a lot to prove, but he has the talent and experience to be a successful quarterback in the NFL.
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