Where Steelers QB competition stands after Russell Wilson mess

The Steelers’ quarterback competition still seems unsettled, though Russell Wilson didn’t appear to do himself many favors on Saturday.

During a 9-3 loss to the Bills, the 35-year-old went 8-for-10 with 47 yards, but the offense failed to score during his five series, which included three three-and-outs, and he was sacked three times.

Justin Fields didn’t fare much better, going 11-for-17 with 92 yards passing and 42 yards rushing in five series, taking one sack.

He also fumbled again after fumbling twice during the preseason opener against the Texans.

On at least one sack, it appeared Wilson held onto the ball too long, though Steelers coach Mike Tomlin placed the blame on the offensive line.

“We didn’t do a good enough job of protecting the quarterback,” Tomlin told reporters after the game. “We’ve got to do a better job in pass protection than we did — not only in possession downs but just in general. I was really up-front with the group about it in that regard, that can’t be a problem for us.”