With veteran linebacker Patrick Queen set to sit out Saturday night’s preseason opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars on the road, a glimpse at the new starting inside linebacker duo won’t be had for the Black and Gold. The good news is that the Steelers will get a good look at second-year linebacker Payton Wilson on the road.
Wilson, who is emerging as a standout player in training camp, will take on the bulk of the communication duties for the defense on Saturday night. On the road in a stadium environment with all eyes on him, it’s a big test.