REPORT: New Details Emerge On Russell Wilson's Free Agency Meeting With Steelers

REPORT: New Details Emerge On Russell Wilson’s Free Agency Meeting With Steelers

March 9, 2024, 3:19pm ESTBy Alex Hoegler

Russell Wilson of Denver Broncos looking on. — HOUSTON, TEXAS – DECEMBER 03: Russell Wilson #3 of the Denver Broncos jogs across the field in the first quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium on December 03, 2023 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Free agent quarterback Russell Wilson reportedly had an awfully encouraging meeting with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Friday.

According to a report from Josina Anderson of CBS Sports, Wilson and the Steelers “had a great meeting”, with the nine-time Pro Bowler even speaking to new offensive coordinator Arthu Smith “for hours.” It was also noted by Anderson that Wilson appeared “happy” and took it upon himself to contact some of the Steelers players.

Heard Russell Wilson had a great meeting in Pittsburgh so far. I was told he sat with #Steelers OC Arthur Smith ‘for hours’ and that ‘he looked happy.’ I was also told Wilson ‘did his homework’ reaching out to some players in advance, per source.

Mike Tomlin moves like the ‘g’… https://t.co/qAXUm0hMiY pic.twitter.com/yp9IF586L8
— JosinaAnderson (@JosinaAnderson) March 9, 2024

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Earlier this week, the Broncos announced that they will release Wilson once the new league year officially begins on Wednesday. The team will stomach a massive $85 million dead cap charge, the highest in NFL history.

After their playoff loss to the Buffalo Bills, Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin stated that the team would bring in competition for third-year QB Kenny Pickett. Wilson may not be an MVP candidate anymore, but he could still serve as a quality short-term starting option for the right team.