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Russell Wilson Limited in Thursday's Practice with Calf Tightness

By Shane Hallam | Updated on Thu, Sep 5 2024 6:59 PM UTC

Steelers QB Russell Wilson was limited in Thursday's practice with the calf tightness that has been bothering him throughout training camp. HC Mike Tomlin confirmed that Wilson was limited, but would not comment on when they were informed of the tightness. Wilson will be further evaluated by the Steelers medical staff.

What They're Saying

James Palmer of Underdog: "Steelers QB Russell Wilson limited (calf) in practice today. A calf injury kept him out of a large part of training camp.

Wilson also was slated to talk to the media today, and that has been moved to tomorrow."

2024 Fantasy Football Impact

Wilson is the expected starter for the Steelers on Sunday against the Falcons, but he has been dealing with this calf issue throughout the offseason.

OC Arthur Smith will likely lean on the run game heavily if Wilson is playing and not 100%. It could mean slightly more opportunities for RBs Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren.

If Wilson is unable to go, QB Justin Fields would be the starter for the Steelers, adding more dynamic fantasy potential to an offense that lacks that type of upside.

We will keep an eye on the injury report tomorrow as well as any news coming out of Pittsburgh to try and read the pulse of if this will snowball into a major issue that could keep Wilson on the bench for Week 1.

Shane Hallam, Writer

Shane has over 20 years of experience creating content and playing every fantasy football format, including redraft, dynasty, devy, C2C, IDP, CFF, and more. He is a multi-year winner of $500 dynasty leagues on the FFPC and a King's Classic Champion. Shane utilizes deep film and scheme study to enhance his fantasy performance. He led the industry in 2024 preseason Kicker Rankings and ranked second in preseason QB Rankings. He also ranked eighth in preseason IDP rankings.