Tue Sep 10 16:48:37 UTC 2024: ## Wilson’s Revenge Game Against Broncos In Doubt As Steelers Prepare For Fields To Start
**Denver, CO** – Russell Wilson’s highly anticipated return to Denver as a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers is in jeopardy. Wilson, who was released by the Broncos this spring after a disappointing two-year stint, is nursing a calf injury and may miss the game against his former team on Sunday.
Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin confirmed on Tuesday that, as of now, backup quarterback Justin Fields is preparing to start the game. While Tomlin stated that Wilson is feeling better than he did over the weekend, he emphasized that the team is planning as if Fields will be under center.
“Russell is hurt,” Tomlin said. “He’s not available to us. We’ll see how much he can do in practice this week, but as we sit here today, Justin is our starter.”
The news comes as a blow to Steelers fans who were hoping to see Wilson exact revenge on the Broncos, who traded multiple first-round picks and players to acquire him in 2022. Wilson signed a massive contract extension with Denver but never played a down under that deal. He was released in the offseason, leaving Denver with a record-setting $85 million dead salary cap figure.
Wilson is scheduled to have limited participation in practice on Wednesday, but it remains unclear if he’ll be able to play on Sunday. The Steelers will continue to evaluate his progress throughout the week and make a final decision closer to game day.
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