Russell Wilson is anticipated to play in the upcoming game when the Pittsburgh Steelers take on Buffalo on Saturday night. Despite a calf injury that has impacted his performance during training camp, Steelers coach Mike Tomlin mentioned that Wilson will start as long as he doesn’t experience any setbacks. Tomlin stated that Wilson has shown improvement in recent days and expressed excitement about his participation in the game at home.
The Steelers signed Wilson to a one-year contract in March, with Tomlin consistently indicating that the 35-year-old quarterback is likely to be the starter once the regular season commences. Wilson has been managing his calf issue by reducing his practice reps, allowing Justin Fields more opportunities during camp.
During Pittsburgh’s preseason opener against Houston, Fields demonstrated efficiency by completing 5 of 6 passes for 83 yards. However, he faced some challenges with the center exchange. Fields is expected to see game time against the Bills, although the extent of his play will depend on Wilson’s presence on the field.
Tomlin expects the starters to engage in approximately four series against Buffalo, emphasizing that the plan is not set in stone. The team will assess the situation while considering both Wilson and Fields for their upcoming game.