October 22nd 2024.
Why jump to conclusions? Bo Nix proved himself against the Jets in East Rutherford, during a monsoon, when they were still a formidable opponent. I'm sure you saw that Sunday Night Football game where Russell Wilson bounced back from a rough performance, as if his previous struggles had never happened. That's exactly how Big Russ wants the Pro Football Hall of Fame selectors to view his 2022-2023 season. He wants them to see him as a dominant force, not just a player who had a rough year.
But let's not forget the real reason why Wilson left the Seahawks. He and head coach Sean Payton were both strong-willed leaders, and it became clear that their conflicting styles couldn't coexist. Sure, it could've been successful if either one of them had been willing to compromise, but neither was willing to back down. Payton chose to cut ties and start fresh with a younger quarterback, even if it meant taking a huge financial hit.
Let's be honest, if Wilson had stayed with the Seahawks, it would've been a disaster. Just look at the Jets now, with all the drama and chaos surrounding the team. That's exactly what would've happened if Wilson and Payton had stayed together. Their divorce was inevitable, for many reasons. Wilson is known for his improvisational skills on the field, while Payton values structure and sticking to the game plan. It was a clash of styles that couldn't be resolved.
Yes, Wilson had a great game against the Jets. But let's not forget that the Jets are a mess right now. They just fired their head coach and demoted their offensive coordinator, and now they're stuck with an interim coach and coordinator trying to salvage their season with a 41-year-old quarterback. It's not exactly an ideal situation.
We can't compare Wilson, who has played 189 NFL games, to Nix, who has only played seven. It's not fair, and it's honestly ridiculous to even try. We also have to consider the context of their performances. Nix was throwing to inexperienced receivers in Week 7, while Wilson had more talented and established targets to work with. And let's not forget that two of those targets were members of the undefeated Georgia Bulldogs team from 2022, which speaks to Wilson's ability to elevate his teammates.
Nix has already shown potential in his short time as a starter, with three games where he wasn't sacked and three road wins. In comparison, Wilson has been sacked in 35 consecutive starts, dating back to 2021. And during that streak, he only has a 14-21 record. So why are we even entertaining the idea of bringing Wilson back?
Some might argue that Wilson's big arm and ability to make flashy plays is worth the risk. But let's not underestimate the value of game management. Nix has already shown that he can handle pressure and make smart decisions, even in loud and chaotic environments. And let's not forget that Payton has a plan for helping Nix improve his footwork, without over-coaching and stifling his natural abilities.
Nix is a young and promising talent, with plenty of room to grow and improve. The Steelers bought Wilson as-is, and it's clear that he's not the same player he used to be. We can't just look at his past accomplishments and ignore his current limitations. Let's have faith in Nix and give him the chance to continue developing, rather than chasing after a fading superstar.
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