There are a number of storylines that make the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2025 season opener fascinating. Proper now, Justin Fields is probably going the largest storyline. Now with the Jets, Fields could have an opportunity to beat his former crew in Week 1. If Aaron Rodgers indicators with the Steelers, taking part in the Jets might be a revenge sport for him as nicely. Nevertheless, these aren’t the one two gamers who could possibly be further motivated in that sport. Former Jets extensive receiver Quincy Enunwa believes Garrett Wilson, New York’s younger receiver, could have one thing to show as nicely.
“Final yr, that wasn’t the most effective sport for the Jets in opposition to the Steelers,” Enunwa stated Friday on the Jets’ YouTube channel. “One factor I do bear in mind was Garrett Wilson had a go that bounced off his chest. I do know he’s gonna wish to come again.
“And now he’s bought his man at quarterback. He’s gonna wish to come again and show, ‘You guys didn’t play me at my finest self, and now I’ve my man from school.’”
Final yr, the Steelers confronted the Jets in Week 7, with Pittsburgh popping out on high, 37-15. It was a sport the Jets had a number of possibilities to win, however premature errors price them. That features the go that bounced off of Wilson. That play got here close to the top of the primary half and resulted in an interception. Pittsburgh scored a landing on the next drive, capturing a number of momentum.
Wilson ended the sport with 5 catches for 61 yards, a decent stat line. Nevertheless, contemplating that mistake, it was an uglier displaying. Nevertheless, he’ll have an opportunity to make up for it in Week 1 this yr.
This season Wilson might be reunited together with his school quarterback. He and Fields developed a pleasant connection at Ohio State. Over two seasons and 22 video games with Fields as his quarterback, Wilson put up 73 catches for 1,155 yards and 11 touchdowns. Whereas each their NFL careers have been rocky at instances, collectively, they may recapture a few of their outdated magic.
The Steelers most likely gained’t make that straightforward for them. Pittsburgh’s protection is poised to be dominant as soon as once more this season. Add Rodgers to the Steelers, and all of the sudden, they seem like a extra full crew. Come Week 1, we’ll see which aspect blinks first.
