BREAKING NEWS: “He’s not part of the teams plans” Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin reportedly makes a bold statement regarding QB Russell Wilson’s future.

This bombshell comes after a tumultuous year for Wilson, who joined the Steelers in a high-profile trade last season but struggled to regain his previous form. While his addition to the team was initially seen as a major coup, Wilson’s play on the field never fully meshed with the team’s system. A string of inconsistent performances, coupled with the emergence of young quarterback Justin Fields, left Wilson’s future in Pittsburgh in doubt.

Perhaps the biggest shift for the Steelers came midway through the season when Fields, the highly-touted former Chicago Bears quarterback, took over the starting role. Fields impressed coaches and fans alike with his dual-threat ability, injecting new life into the Steelers’ offense. His development has been the catalyst for Pittsburgh’s push for the playoffs, and Tomlin has now made it clear that Fields is the team’s future under center.

“Justin has shown that he can lead this team,” Tomlin continued. “His leadership, his poise, his ability to make plays with his arm and his legs — that’s where we need to be. We’ve invested in him, and he’s earned the right to be our guy moving forward.”

With Fields firmly entrenched as the starter, Wilson’s role on the team had diminished significantly. Although he was signed with the hope of revitalizing the Steelers’ offense, the fit was never quite right. Wilson, once considered one of the elite quarterbacks in the league, now finds himself in an uncertain position.

The veteran quarterback, who led the Seattle Seahawks to two Super Bowl appearances before arriving in Pittsburgh, now faces an uncertain future. Wilson, 36, still believes he has plenty of football left in him, but it’s clear that his time in Pittsburgh is over. Sources close to the situation suggest that the Steelers are actively seeking a trade partner for Wilson, though it remains unclear which teams would be interested in acquiring the seasoned quarterback.

Despite the unceremonious end to his tenure in Pittsburgh, Wilson remains a consummate professional. In a brief statement following Tomlin’s remarks, Wilson said, “I appreciate my time here in Pittsburgh and respect Coach Tomlin’s decision. I still believe in my ability and am looking forward to what the future holds.”

As for the Steelers, their future now rests squarely on the shoulders of Justin Fields. The young quarterback has the full confidence of the organization, and Tomlin’s bold decision to part ways with Wilson is a clear signal that the team is fully committed to Fields as their leader.

With the NFL offseason approaching, all eyes will be on where Russell Wilson lands next.