TERRY Bradshaw was adamantly against the Pittsburgh Steelers benching Justin Fields.
After leading the Steelers to a 4-2 record, Fields was benched in favor of Russell Wilson.
Terry Bradshaw wasn’t happy with the Pittsburgh Steelers benching Justin Fields[/caption]
Russell Wilson got the start on Sunday night over Fields[/caption]
Terry Bradshaw is one of the greatest Steelers to ever put on the uniform, but he made it known that he wasn’t in agreement with the team’s decision making.
During Week 7’s episode of Fox NFL Sunday, Bradshaw broke down why he didn’t like the move.
“Hello America,” Bradshaw started.
“I totally disagree with this decision by Mike Tomlin, the head coach. I would’ve stayed with Fields.
“Fields fits this team’s personality. They like to run the football, he’s a big, strong, running quarterback.
“Athletic enough, but also a guy that can move the football through the air.
“I don’t understand the move. I know Fields is on the fifth year of his rookie contract.”
Bradshaw went on to give a final conclusion about the quarterback situation, speaking vehemently against Wilson.
“I’m telling you, there is something wrong with Wilson that I don’t know about,” he said.
“I know this, in my opinion, Wilson should not be starting today.”
After that massive rant, Bradshaw is going to have to eat his words because Wilson proved him completely wrong.
Wilson stepped into the Steelers quarterback position and absolutely demolished the New York Jets on Sunday Night Football.
The Steelers scored 37 points on their way to a 37-15 victory over the Jets, and Wilson had a fantastic game.
He completed 16 of 29 passes for 264 yards and two touchdowns while also rushing for a third touchdown.
“We’re just right on that edge of getting really good and being great,” Wilson said.
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“We’ve got to keep searching for that edge, learning and studying and spending the time on it.”
Wilson formed an instant connection with Steelers top wide receiver George Pickens, as the young receiver racked up 111 yards and one touchdown on five receptions.
“I was like, ‘There’s going to be a lot more of these I believe,’” Wilson said of his touchdown to Pickens.
The Steelers are now 5-2 on the season and in first place in the AFC North.
They take on the New York Giants next week on Monday Night football before heading on their bye in Week 9.
Wilson had a stellar night as the new quarterback of the Steelers[/caption]
