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Steelers' next move might dump coal in Payton Wilson's stocking The Pittsburgh Steelers were already misusing this talented defender, and it's about to get even worse.

20 HOURS AGO • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Payton Wilson Makes Thoughts On Patrick Queen Pairing Extremely Clear Steelers' linebacker Payton Wilson made it clear how much he's enjoyed playing alongside Patrick Queen on defense this season.

5 DAYS AGO • SPORTSNETPITTSBURGH.COM

HIGHLIGHT: Sack Payton Wilson LB Payton Wilson slams Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa the grass for 11-yard sack

DECEMBER 16 • STEELERS.COM

Logs six tackles Week 14 Wilson finished Sunday's 27-22 win over the Ravens with six tackles (four solo).

Impact Wilson's 32 defensive snaps were his lowest of the regular season, but the second-year linebacker was still productive and finished tied with T.J. Watt for the fourth-most tackles on the Steelers. Wilson is having a strong 2025 season, and he could see an uptick in defensive snaps this Sunday against the Dolphins if Malik Harrison remains in the league's concussion protocol.

DECEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

WATCH: Payton Wilson Media Availability (Dec. 3) Payton Wilson spoke to the media Wednesday, December 3 ahead of Steelers Week 14 game against the Ravens

DECEMBER 3 • STEELERS.COM

Busy day in Week 13 loss Wilson registered 14 tackles (five solo) during the Steelers' 26-7 loss to the Bills on Sunday.

Impact Wilson played a total of 72 snaps (53 on defense, 19 on special teams) and tied a season high with 14 tackles during Sunday's loss despite not drawing the start. It was the fourth time this season that he recorded double-digit stops, and the second-year linebacker has logged at least five tackles in each of the first 12 games of the regular season. Wilson has officially cracked the century mark and sits at 103 combined tackles on the year, which is 11th most in the NFL.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Five takedowns in loss Wilson compiled five total tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 31-28 loss to the Bears.

Impact Wilson was able to register at least five stops for the 11th straight contest to open the year, but the five takedowns did match a season low for the second-year pro. The linebacker has now compiled 89 total tackles (55 solo), including 1.0 sacks, while also adding two passes defensed, one of which is an interception, and a fumble recovery over 11 games this season.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Six stops vs. Cincinnati Wilson logged six tackles (four solo) during the Steelers' 34-12 win over the Bengals on Sunday.

Impact Although Wilson was not listed as the Steelers' second starting inside linebacker next to Patrick Queen, the former still out-snapped Malik Harrison on defense, 50 to 22. Wilson's six tackles Sunday were tied for third most on the Steelers, and he has logged at least five tackles in each of the first 10 games of the regular season. The 2024 third-rounder is up to 84 tackles (51 solo), including 1.0 sacks, two pass defenses (one interception) and one fumble recovery.

NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Posts seven stops vs. Bolts Wilson recorded seven tackles (four solo) during the Steelers' 25-10 loss to the Chargers on Sunday.

Impact Wilson didn't start in Week 10 despite the absence of Cole Holcomb (illness), but the former ended up playing 41 snaps on defense, more than named starter Malik Harrison (33). Wilson also played 26 snaps on special teams, and he finished Sunday's game tied for third most tackles on the Steelers behind Patrick Queen (12) and Jalen Ramsey (eight). Wilson is up to 78 combined tackles through nine regular-season games, which matches his total from the 2024 campaign (across 17 regular-season contests).

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Aaron Rodgers and first-place Steelers confident in their passing game options after quiet deadline

The Pittsburgh Steelers opted to stand pat rather than make a move for another veteran wide receiver at the trade deadline

NOVEMBER 5 • Associated Press

Massive performance in Week 9 win Wilson logged 14 tackles (10 solo) and two pass defenses (including one interception) during the Steelers' 27-20 win over the Colts on Sunday.

Impact Wilson moved into a starting role Week 9 due to the absence of Cole Holcomb (illness). Wilson took advantage of the opportunity, playing 66 snaps on defense and 17 on special teams while while leading both teams with a career-high 14 stops. He also registered his first interception of the season in the second quarter, when he jumped in front of a Daniel Jones pass intended for Josh Downs, which led to a 12-yard touchdown pass from Aaron Rodgers to Pat Freiermuth two plays later. Wilson and Holcomb have worked in rotation at inside linebacker for much of the season, though the former's performance during Sunday's win could earn him a larger share of defensive snaps moving forward.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers grades: Payton Wilson, Alex Highsmith were menaces against the Colts Welcome to Stars and Skulls, a weekly grading series that focuses on individual performances of Steelers players. Each week, Christopher Car...

NOVEMBER 4 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

DeShon Elliott Sends Hilarious 3-Word Payton Wilson Message After Latest Win DeShon Elliott shouted out Payton Wilson for his role in the Steelers' upset victory over the Colts in Week 9.

NOVEMBER 3 • SPORTSNETPITTSBURGH.COM

WATCH: 'Magical number four!' Payton Wilson and Jack Sawyer teamed up to turn the Colts away in the third quarter

NOVEMBER 3 • STEELERS.COM

Daniel Jones delivered a dud in Pittsburgh. The Colts QB believes it's a blip, not an omen

Daniel Jones' hot start cooled off considerably in a 27-20 loss to Pittsburgh

NOVEMBER 3 • Associated Press

Embattled Steelers defense forces 6 turnovers as Pittsburgh tops AFC-leading Indianapolis 27-20

Jaylen Warren ran for two touchdowns and the Pittsburgh Steelers forced six turnovers in a 27-20 victory over Indianapolis

NOVEMBER 2 • Associated Press

HIGHLIGHT: Interception Jack Sawyer LB Payton Wilson breaks up the pass by Colts QB Daniel Jones which is secured by LB Jack Sawyer

NOVEMBER 2 • STEELERS.COM

En Español: Wilson INT Listen to Payton Wilson's interception in Spanish, courtesy of the Steelers Spanish language audio broadcast team

NOVEMBER 2 • STEELERS.COM

Red-hot Colts head to Pittsburgh, where the Steelers' defense is reeling

The AFC South-leading Indianapolis Colts head to Pittsburgh, where the first-place Steelers are wobbling after consecutive losses

OCTOBER 30 • Associated Press

Game-high eight stops Week 8 Wilson tallied nine tackles (five solo) during the Steelers' 35-25 loss to the Packers on Sunday.

Impact It was a busy day for Wilson, who played 43 snaps on defense and 28 on special teams while recording a game-high nine tackles. He was credited for his fourth start of the season, though he appears to be in a timeshare with Cole Holcomb at inside linebacker while Patrick Queen plays an every-down role. Regardless of whether he's named the starter, Wilson has been productive when he's on the field and has logged at least five tackles in each of the first seven games of the regular season. The 2024 third-rounder is up to 57 total tackles on the year, and he is well on pace to surpass his total from his rookie season (78 tackles across 17 regular-season games).

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Lowest snap rate of season Wilson recorded six tackles (three solo) in Thursday's 33-31 loss to the Bengals.

Impact Wilson had a relatively productive game, but that covered up concerning deployment. He played only 33 of 76 defensive snaps (43.4 percent), his lowest rate of the season, with Cole Holcomb seeing 42 snaps. Wilson has had an inconsistent sophomore campaign, and that looks likely to continue.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Makes seven stops in Week 6 victory Wilson registered seven tackles (four solo) in a 23-9 win over Cleveland on Sunday.

Impact Of Wilson's seven stops, five came on defensive plays and two came on special teams. The second year-linebacker has posted at least five tackles in all five of his games so far this season. He's up to 42 tackles (including 1.0 sacks) on the campaign.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Tracking data shows Payton Wilson isn't just the NFL's fastest linebacker Next Gen Stats data shows that the Pittsburgh Steelers don't just have the fastest linebacker in NFL in Payton Wilson.

OCTOBER 9 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Tallies thirteen tackles in Week 4 Wilson finished Sunday's 24-21 victory versus the Vikings with 13 tackles (eight solo).

Impact Wilson paced Pittsburgh with his 13 stops, which represented a career high. It was the second time in three weeks that he's hit the double-digit tackle mark after doing so twice during the regular season as a rookie last year. Wilson has seen his role grow in 2025, as he's logged over 85 percent of the Steelers' defensive snaps three times through four weeks.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Gets seven stops in win Wilson recorded seven tackles (five solo) and a fumble recovery during Sunday's 21-14 win at New England.

Impact Wilson recovered a critical fumble near the goal line early in the third quarter to help preserve what was a 14-7 lead. He also logged seven-plus tackles for the second consecutive game in Week 3. He's played his way into IDP consideration heading into a Week 4 tilt versus the Vikings.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

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Aaron Rodgers and first-place Steelers confident in their passing game options after quiet deadline

Daniel Jones delivered a dud in Pittsburgh. The Colts QB believes it's a blip, not an omen

Embattled Steelers defense forces 6 turnovers as Pittsburgh tops AFC-leading Indianapolis 27-20

Red-hot Colts head to Pittsburgh, where the Steelers' defense is reeling