Russell Wilson

Russell Wilson said he’s “focused on the Steelers” when asked about the possibility of playing for the Raiders.

Wilson has already expressed interest in returning to the Steelers next season. Despite him staying “focused” on the team, the fact remains that the 36-year-old quarterback is set to be a free agent this offseason and is anything but a lock to return to the team. Wilson threw for 2,482 yards, 16 touchdowns, and five interceptions in his first season with the Steelers. He helped lead them to the postseason for the fourth time in five seasons, but the Steelers also ended the year on a five-game losing streak. Wilson has been rumored as a likely stopgap option for the Raiders at quarterback now that Pete Carroll is in town, but we’re still months away from seeing any rumors come to fruition. It wouldn’t be surprising if the Steelers did find themselves in a small bidding war with another team or two for Wilson’s services.