Tomlin happy but not surprised at Russell Wilson’s game, not seeing change from Justin Fields as ‘Switch’

The Pittsburgh Steelers are 7-2 and have gotten good quarterback play from both Justin Fields and Russell Wilson. However, it’s also very clear how Wilson has elevated the offense to heights not seen since pre-injury Ben Roethlisberger was at the helm.

Since taking over in Week 7, Wilson is 3-0 while throwing for 245.6 yards per carry. game and six total touchdowns. With Wilson at quarterback, Pittsburgh is averaging 30.3 points per game. match. While that’s only a three-game sample size, it’s still remarkable considering Pittsburgh averaged under 21 points per game over the past three seasons. match.

On The Mike Tomlin Showstreamed on the Steelers’ YouTube page, Tomlin was asked by Bob Pompeani if ​​that’s what he expected when he traded for Wilson from Fields.

“I don’t know if I ever saw it as a switch,” Tomlin countered. “I never changed the depth chart. I was really aware of the pecking order and stuff. The media did, though, and I understand that part of it. And then Russ has a skill set that we’ve been aware of even before we got him .He’s done nothing but confirm that. And even back in the spring, I don’t necessarily see this as a three-week decision to be completely honest with you, just reflecting who he is and who he is. is.”

A 13-year veteran, Wilson has done a good job of total control of the offense and has taken what the defense gives him. Wilson has also been able to get the best out of the receiving corps, with WR George Pickens having arguably the best stretch of his career, catching 14 passes for 276 yards and two touchdowns. With Wilson at quarterback, Pickens is averaging 92 yards per game as the connection has elevated the Steelers’ passing game.

The deep passing threat has been in place with Wilson using his signature “moon ball”. He has showcased it every week with plenty of success, allowing the Steelers offense to pick up chunk play after chunk play and demoralize opposing defenses. It’s also helped put points on the board, as the Steelers are getting into scoring range more often now because of Wilson’s deep ball.

There’s still quite a bit of season left, but week after week, Wilson makes Tomlin look like a genius for sticking with him despite Fields’ good play to start the year. Wilson has turned back the clock and transformed the Steelers from playoff hopefuls to a team that seems like a playoff lock and hopeful of winning at least one game in the playoffs.