The Pittsburgh Steelers are coming off of a physical win against the Baltimore Ravens now turn their attention to Thursday Night Football against the Cleveland Browns. While the Steelers have had notable road struggles on Thursday night – especially at divisional opponents – their starting quarterback Russell Wilson has had exceptional success in these games.
Wilson possesses a career record of 9-4 on Thursday night games including a 4-2 record on the road against divisional foes. Aside from his time in Denver, Mr. Unlimited has shined on this night of the week.
In Seattle, Wilson posted a 9-2 record while throwing for 2,328 yards, 21 touchdowns to only 5 interceptions, and 23.9 points per game. Those types of numbers sound very similar to the pace Wilson is setting with his offense.
In a game that could influence the AFC seeding race, the Steelers may have another advantage at their quarterback over a struggling Browns team. Though the performance against the Ravens was a rough one, Wilson’s veteran experience has brought a steady hand to the Steelers. His experience in these tough circumstances – on the road in a divisional matchup on a short week – may prove to be a difference.
Russ isn’t necessarily playing like it’s 2015, but he is still showing that he has something left in the tank. Whether or not he can extend his career another five to seven years remains to be seen. For now, he has logged a 4-0 record with the Steelers who have the AFC’s third-best record at 8-2.
A win in a stadium on a night of the week where the Steelers have had struggles would certainly be another highlight of Wilson’s renaissance. He has already led the Steelers to an improbable victory this season in Washington and continues to make enough plays for the passing game. Pittsburgh will need more of that with all of the five remaining divisional games, a trip to Philadelphia, and a Christmas Day game against the Kansas City Chiefs all remaining.