He wanted to return to the Pittsburgh Steelers for the 2025 season and beyond, but the franchise had other ideas, going in a different direction at quarterback, which ultimately forced veteran Russell Wilson to look elsewhere. That led to him signing with the New York Giants on a one-year deal Tuesday, and now his focus is entirely on leading the Giants moving forward.
In his introductory press conference with Giants reporters Wednesday, Wilson downplayed the Steelers’ angle as they await a decision from 41-year-old quarterback Aaron Rodgers, instead stating that his focus is entirely on the Giants and being the leader New York needs in 2025 at the quarterback position.