Pittsburgh Steelers LB Payton Wilson had a heck of a rookie season in 2024. Despite not being an every-down linebacker, Wilson finished the season with 78 total tackles, three tackles for a loss, one interception, two passes knocked down, a forced fumble, and two fumble recoveries, one of which he returned for a touchdown.
So, people had high expectations for Wilson in his second year. He did, too. He said his goal was to play every snap in 2025. But 2025 didn’t get off to a good start for Wilson. Thankfully for him and the Steelers’ defense, he turned it around Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings.