“He was unshaken and unmoved”: Russell Wilson likely to start vs. Giants as Mike Tomlin praises his performance | NFL News – Times of India

The Pittsburgh Steelers have hit a high note, entering their second consecutive primetime matchup with a 5-2 record. Their recent victory, a 37-15 win over the New York Jets on Sunday night, saw the team rally from a halftime deficit to deliver a dominant performance. Now, the Steelers are set to face the New York Giants, a team reeling from a 28-3 loss to their division rivals, the Philadelphia Eagles.
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Mike Tomlin drops strong hint about Russell Wilson starting against Giants in Monday Night clash

Coach Mike Tomlin opened his press conference by expressing gratitude for the unwavering support of Steelers fans during the nationally broadcast game. Tomlin shared that it was a pleasure to be part of the “Monday Night Football” spotlight once again. With the spotlight on him and his team, Tomlin’s decision-making also took center stage when he chose to start Russell Wilson against the Jets—a choice that paid off handsomely.
The game didn’t start smoothly for Pittsburgh, as they trailed 15-13 at halftime. However, the second half was a different story, with the Steelers outscoring the Jets 24-0. Russell Wilson was a key player in this turnaround, completing 16 of 29 passes for 264 yards, two touchdowns, and a rushing touchdown of his own. His contributions didn’t go unnoticed, as Tomlin acknowledged Wilson’s poise under pressure. “He was unshaken and unmoved by the lack of fluidity in his start,” Tomlin said of his veteran signal-caller.

This brings the focus to the question that many fans are now asking: will Wilson continue as the starting quarterback for Pittsburgh? Before Sunday night’s game, some Steelers supporters were vocal about their preference for Justin Fields, who had guided the team to a 4-2 start. Wilson, facing boos in the first half, managed to win over the crowd by the end of the night.
When asked by the Associated Press’s Will Graves about the quarterback situation for Monday night’s game against the Giants, Tomlin’s response was telling, though not definitive. He shared that Wilson would be taking the first-team reps but left room for further evaluation as the week progresses. “He’s scheduled to take first-team reps tomorrow and we’ll see where the week leads us,” Tomlin said. Tomlin’s broad smile and laughter during the question hinted at his confidence in Wilson for the upcoming game.
Wilson’s deep-ball accuracy and the offensive adjustments made during halftime were key elements in Pittsburgh’s win. According to Tomlin, Wilson’s arm strength and talent to adjust ball trajectory set the stage for explosive plays, complemented by the run game and play-action passes. Tomlin also emphasized his team’s ability to make crucial in-game adjustments, something that has helped the Steelers climb to their current position. As the Steelers head into their primetime clash with the Giants, all eyes are on whether Tomlin will continue to rely on Wilson’s veteran experience or revert back to Fields at some point in the season.
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