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Wilson’s Make-or-Break Season | Pittsburgh Steelers News
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Payton Wilson, Pittsburgh’s promising rookie linebacker, has the physical tools to be a star—but consistency, especially in coverage, has held him back. With a breakout 2024 season and a ton of tackles, he’s now facing a make-or-break 2025. Bleacher Report’s “draft bust watch” label adds pressure, as quarterbacks thrive when targeting him. While elite coverage LBs are rare, Wilson’s run defense lapses and reduced snaps last year raise concerns. But with a new coaching staff, there’s hope he can unlock his full potential—like in his standout game against the Colts, where his interception and tackles energized the defense. The Steelers’ fate hinges on which version of Wilson shows up on Sundays.
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