BALTIMORE — Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson saw the green grass in front of him, with the end zone within reach, and took off running. The 36-year-old signal caller scampered for 19 yards to move the ball inside the 5-yard line.

The Pittsburgh Steelers lost a disappointing rivalry game against the Baltimore Ravens. With a chance to secure an AFC North Division title, they failed to capitalize and moved into a tie with their bitter rivals atop the standings.

Russell Wilson takes full responsibility for the costly fumble against the Ravens and explained his decision not to slide during the play.

The proposed deal would make sense for both sides. A three-year, $100 million extension would give Wilson the security he’s earned while allowing the Steelers flexibility in building their roster. But has Wilson’s performance demonstrated he’s more than a stopgap solution?

For the Steelers, the thrill of the 4-2 start the team established under Justin Fields and the subesequent four-game winning streak that followed once veteran Russell Wilson took over at quarterback has faded into a difficult reality. The Steelers, it seems, are a good team but without a top-of-the-line quarterback, they'll never be great.

While the 36-year-old quarterback can't gamble on the game, doubling-down on his wife of eight years is a safe bet. Wilson and "Goodies" singer share four children together, and the family regularly attends his Steelers matchups.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers missed an opportunity to clinch the AFC North, losing to their division rivals the Baltimore Ravens in Week 16. The Steelers defense disappointed in the 34-17 defeat, allowing more than 27 points for just the second time this season.

Mike Tomlin didn't hold back after the Steelers' crushing loss to the Ravens, pointing fingers at Russell Wilson's costly mistakes and a defense that crumbled against the running game.

The Pittsburgh Steeler s are going to pay a quarterback this offseason. More than likely, that quarterback will end up being Russell Wilson, who has played well this season and helped spring the Steelers to a 10-4 record atop the AFC North.