Russell Wilson was signed by the Pittsburgh Steelers to start off free agency and give them the upgrade at
quarterback they needed.
The combination of the play and their subsequent offensive playmaking maneuver may make one of Wilson’s
previous teammates a target for the Steelers.
This week, the Steelers traded Dionte Johnson, so now they have to go acquire a WR2 to take his position.
Since the trade, they have been connected to a number of veteran options. On the other hand, Wilson may know a
player who holds the key to their success.
According to Christopher Barbre of Steelers Nation, the Steelers ought to consider trading for Denver Broncos wide
receiver Courtland Sutton. Since the Broncos selected Sutton in the 2018 draft, not much has remained the same for
him and the team.
They are currently on their fourth head coach in a period of quarterback turnover. Sutton has continued to perform
despite this.
Sutton has completed 700 yards in five of his six NFL seasons, while always being a part of a subpar offense. He
suffered an ACL tear in Week 1 of that year, which prevented him from playing.
At his best, he was selected for the 2019 Pro Bowl after hauling in 72 passes for 1112 yards and six touchdowns.
Although the squad has experienced a number of offensive problems, he has been the team’s best choice at receiver
and a reliable asset every year. He hasn’t been able to approach that level since.
Now, Sutton might be a smart choice for a team trying to solve its own recent offensive issues.
There has appeared to be a chance that the Steelers may decide to target a wide receiver throughout the summer.
Allen Robinson was one of the team’s top cut candidates heading into the summer, but he failed and the team lacked
a trustworthy third option at the position.
Since he has been freed, the team will undoubtedly try to fill the space.
Additionally, the recipient has a new need. The squad needs to find someone to play outside of George Pickens now
that Johnson is gone.
If Wilson hopes to recover from his poor experience with the Broncos, he will want receivers he can trust.
Although the team can focus on the draft, their offseason actions seem to be focused on winning now.
That could imply that Sutton is a suitable candidate for the position and that they will be searching for a veteran to
fill it.
It might be easier for Wilson to adjust to his new team in Pittsburgh with him there.
Throughout his career, he has also produced stats akin to those of Johnson.
Pickens can gain experience and insight from Sutton, a seasoned producer.
Although he would have a significant cap charge, if he could help Wilson get back on track, he would be worth it. In
addition, if things don’t work out, his contract is very tradable in 2025.
The Broncos have been linked to Sutton on multiple occasions in the past, and the Steelers seem like the team that
may put an end to the speculations.
