2nd-year linebacker Payton Wilson eyes a starting job on Steelers defense

2nd-year linebacker Payton Wilson eyes a starting job on Steelers defense

Wilson was terrific as a rookie as a pass-down specialist.

Steelers Linebacker Payton Wilson Eyeing Bigger Role in 2025

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Payton Wilson at practice on May 28, 2025 -- Ed Thompson / Steelers Now Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Payton Wilson has his sights set on a much bigger role heading into his second NFL season. PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers second-year linebacker Payton Wilson could be set up for a much larger role in 2025 after the team let linebacker Elandon Roberts leave in free agency. Wilson is hoping that’s the case, at le…

Payton Wilson Ready To Be Do-It-All Linebacker For Steelers

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Payton Wilson had a solid rookie season working in a three-man rotation with Patrick Queen and Elandon Roberts, but with Roberts leaving in free agency, Wilson is expected to play a bigger role during his second year. After playing 45% of Pittsburgh’s defensive snaps last year, Wilson said he wants to be […]