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The Pittsburgh Steelers are trying to decide which quarterback to move forward with. Russell Wilson and Justin Fields are both free agents, but the team would reportedly be open to reuniting with either one. Yet, Fields is reportedly their preferred option.
However, the Steelers have had all year to work out another agreement with Wilson or Fields and they haven’t come to an agreement. This leaves the door open for them to target another quarterback, and now they’re reportedly ready to chase after a Pro Bowler.
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Pittsburgh Steelers expected to make free agent contract offer to Sam Darnold
Pittsburgh Steelers, Sam Darnold
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On Monday, the Pittsburgh Steelers and all other teams will be able to start negotiating with any of the available free agents. While they could work out an extension with Russell Wilson or Justin Fields right now, soon they’ll be able to make an offer to any of the available quarterbacks.
Pittsburgh’s plans could even involve targeting a Pro Bowler. According to The Athletic’s Dianna Russini, the Steelers are “expected to make an offer to Sam Darnold.”
“The Steelers are expected to make an offer to pending free agent Sam Darnold, per source. Many around the league believe Darnold will wind up in Seattle, but Pittsburgh is doing its due diligence on any potential options ahead of the new league year.”
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If Darnold were keeping all his options open, the Steelers would appear to be the best landing spot for him. They have an infrastructure that competes for a playoff spot each year, with Mike Tomlin never having a losing season in his 18 years as the Steelers head coach.
Plus, they also have a No. 1 receiver in George Pickens and the desire to add a No. 2 wideout this offseason. If they can add another weapon while reinforcing the offensive line, Pittsburgh becomes a very attractive landing spot.
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