Steelers decline trade offers for veteran quarterback Russell Wilson
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 7:37 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers reportedly turned down multiple trade inquiries for quarterback Russell Wilson during the offseason. Wilson, who is signed to a $7.5 million contract for the current season, remains with the team following these discussions. Organizations around the NFL expressed interest in acquiring the veteran signal-caller, but the Pittsburgh front office chose to retain him on the active roster. This decision maintains the current depth chart composition for the Steelers as they prepare for the regular season schedule. Personnel moves involving the quarterback position had been a focal point of discussion throughout the spring and summer months. The team continues to move forward with the roster as currently constructed after opting against these potential transaction opportunities.
- •The Pittsburgh Steelers rejected trade offers for Russell Wilson this summer.
- •The quarterback is currently playing under a $7.5 million contract.
- •Multiple NFL teams contacted the Pittsburgh front office regarding a potential trade.
- •The Steelers elected to retain the veteran on their active roster for the season.
- 7:37 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers reportedly rejected trade offers for $7.5 million veteran QB
"The Pittsburgh Steelers didn't feel inclined to cut ties with their 31-year-old quarterback before the start of the regular season.
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