The Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots took different approaches this past offseason to solve their quarterbacks issues. While the Steelers acquired two veteran signal callers in Russell Wilson and Justin Fields, the Patriots drafted a quarterback, Drake Maye, in the first round again.
The Patriots also brought back veteran Jacoby Brissett to start until Maye is ready.
Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox argued, though, that because of Fields’ success early in 2024 and Brissett’s struggles, the Patriots are a potential suitor for Wilson.
“The former Chicago Bears starter has played well enough while guiding Pittsburgh to a 3-0 start that there’s no reason to turn back to Russell Wilson barring injury,” wrote Knox.
“The New England Patriots could consider Wilson—if Jacoby Brissett continues to underwhelm and the Pats believe rookie Drake Maye still isn’t ready.”
Wilson has been dealing with a calf injury since the beginning of training camp. He played in the final two games of the preseason, but Wilson tweaked his calf while preparing to start in Week 1.
The 35-year-old quarterback hasn’t landed on injured reserve. But Fields is expected to start his fourth straight game on September 29 against the Indianapolis Colts.
The Steelers have started 3-0 with Fields behind center.
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