Mike Tomlin explains why Russell Wilson will start for Steelers
This article originally appeared on SteelersNOW.com.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have a new quarterback room with Russell Wilson and Justin Fields instead of Kenny Pickett, Mitch Trubisky, and Mason Rudolph. It was reported directly after they traded for Fields that Wilson would start or maintain the pole position in the battle. Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin confirmed that at the NFL owner’s meetings on Sunday.
And why does Wilson hold that position? Tomlin explained the rationale behind that decision.
“We’ve been very transparent about the pecking order, at least to start,” Tomlin said. “I just think that provides clarity for all parties involved. Russell is a veteran, man. He’s got a proven process of readiness. He’s been in this league a long time, and he’s capable of rallying troops, receivers, tight ends, and running backs; he’s just got a lot of experience in terms of what it takes over a 12-month calendar. I just think that that’s something that a younger guy like Justin can learn from, and it provides clarity for all parties involved as they do some of the informal things at this time of year.
Click here to read more from SteelersNOW.com.
Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts.
Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
TRENDING NOW:
9-month-old baby dies after being found unresponsive; Pittsburgh police investigating Several $100K, $50K winning Powerball tickets sold in Pennsylvania State police urge caution about computer pop-ups after New Castle man loses nearly $19,000 in scam VIDEO: Duquesne University students celebrate NCAA Tournament run, despite loss to Illinois DOWNLOAD the Channel 11 News app for breaking news alerts
