The Steelers are averaging just 14 points during their skid. Wilson’s hesitancy and questionable decision-making — he slid inbounds to keep the clock running and took a sack during Pittsburgh’s ill-fated last-gasp drive against Cincinnati last week — have been as much an issue as a spotty running game and sometimes shaky pass protection.

One insider believes Russell Wilson's future with the Pittsburgh Steelers is on the line in the first round of the playoffs.

The Pittsburgh Steelers brought in quarterback Russell Wilson on a one-year deal worth the veteran minimum ahead of the 2024 season. This was thanks to Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton forcing Wilson out of town.