Russell Wilson, the quarterback who joined the Pittsburgh Steelers seven months ago, has been chosen by his teammates as one of the four captains for the 2024 season. With his strong leadership qualities and veteran experience, Wilson has quickly gained the respect of his fellow players. According to Miles Killebrew, who was also named a team captain along with Cameron Heyward and T.J. Watt, Wilson’s ability to remain calm in various situations and lead by example is invaluable to the team.
Prior to being named a captain, Wilson secured the starting quarterback position for the Steelers over Justin Fields shortly after the final preseason game. Despite dealing with a calf injury that limited his participation in training camp and preseason games, Wilson’s NFL experience and Super Bowl victory played a significant role in him earning the starting role with the team. Head coach Tomlin praised Wilson’s extensive football background and his ability to lead by example on and off the field.
The tradition of electing the starting quarterback as a captain is one that the Steelers have followed for years. Previous quarterbacks like Ben Roethlisberger, Kenny Pickett, and Mitch Trubisky have all held the captaincy. Wilson’s track record of leadership extends beyond his time with the Steelers, as he was also a captain during his tenure with the Denver Broncos and the Seattle Seahawks. With 12 consecutive seasons as a team captain, Wilson brings a wealth of leadership experience to the Steelers.
While Wilson may be a first-time captain for the Steelers, his fellow captains have a wealth of experience in leading the team. Killebrew, in his third consecutive season as captain, along with Heyward, in his tenth straight season, and Watt, in his fourth season, provide a strong foundation of leadership for Wilson to lean on. Heyward praised Wilson’s ability to reach heights that he and Watt have yet to achieve, highlighting Wilson’s potential to lead the team to success.
As the 2024 season kicks off, Russell Wilson’s role as team captain for the Pittsburgh Steelers marks a new chapter in his illustrious career. With his leadership skills, experience, and calm demeanor, Wilson is poised to guide the team to victory both on and off the field. The legacy of leadership that Wilson has cultivated over the years will undoubtedly play a crucial role in shaping the Steelers‘ success in the upcoming season.
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