It was reported last week that veteran quarterback Russell Wilson has a "path" to return to the Pittsburgh Steelers for another season in part because Wilson's "biggest supporter" in the building is none other than head coach Mike Tomlin.

A Pittsburgh insider is very confident that the Steelers will not replace Russell Wilson with one potential veteran quarterback option.

Pittsburgh's five-game losing streak to end the 2024 season hasn't diminished Russell Wilson's desire to re-sign with the Steelers this offseason. Wilson, who had previously said

With both Russell Wilson and Justin Fields hitting free agency, the Steelers must decide who gives them the best chance to win in 2025.

As recently as last week, at least one NFL insider suggested that Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin could once again choose veteran Russell Wilson over Justin Fields this offseason with both quarterbacks set to reach free agency when the new league year opens in March.

The Pittsburgh Steelers have a few avenues to utilize if they want to replace Russell Wilson this offseason. One NFL analyst believes the Steelers will find Wilson's replacement in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Russell Wilson spent this season as the starting quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers. However, based on the way he and his team played toward the end of the year, it sounds like his time with the Steelers is expected to be over.