‘Grateful’ Russell Wilson says he is heading to Steelers after Broncos fiasco
by Associated Press from US news | The Guardian on (#6K8EM)
- Denver said last week that they will release quarterback
- 35-year-old will compete with Kenny Pickett for No 1 role
- Tampa Bay agree three-year deal with Baker Mayfield
Russell Wilson is heading to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The nine-time Pro Bowl quarterback has agreed to sign a one-year deal with the Steelers, a person familiar with the details told the Associated Press on Sunday night.
The AP source said Wilson will receive the veteran's minimum of $1.21m while the Denver Broncos pay the remainder of his $39m salary.
Wilson posted his intentions on X, saying: Year 13. Grateful. Steelers."