Overview
- Russell Wilson is getting closer to returning after aggravating a calf injury initially suffered during training camp.
- Wilson missed the Steelers' Week 1 victory against the Atlanta Falcons, where Justin Fields filled in as the starting quarterback.
- Wilson has been a limited participant in practice this week and is focused on not risking further injury.
- Head coach Mike Tomlin and Wilson decided together to sit him out of the season opener to avoid worsening the injury.
- Wilson could potentially provide valuable insights against his former team, the Denver Broncos, if he plays this Sunday.