Payton Wilson

Payton Wilson enters Year 3 as a 25-year-old linebacker for Pittsburgh, holding a dynasty score of 31.0 and a trade value of 760. He posted 1 fantasy point in 2025 on a 58.4% defensive snap share, trending down from 88.0% in Week 1. Wilson’s role is uncertain, as he has yet to establish himself as a primary defender, with 62 solo tackles, 6 TFL, 2 sacks, 1 INT, 2 PD, and 0 FF in 17 games.

Wilson’s 58.4% defensive snap share in 2025 is uncertain, as his role has not been clearly defined. The 2025 baseline — 62 solo tackles, 6 TFL, 2 sacks, 1 INT, 2 PD, and 0 FF in 17 games — shows a limited defensive impact. The 1 fantasy point finish establishes a low floor, and Wilson’s prospects for increased snap share or a defined role are uncertain.

No injury data is available for Payton Wilson.

Wilson’s snap share has trended down throughout the 2025 season, with a low of 22.0% in Week 18. His role is uncertain, and he has not established himself as a primary defender. The Pittsburgh defense runs a zone-heavy scheme under Teryl Austin, which may not favor Wilson’s skills.

Arthur Smith’s west coast system brings a run-first, play-action approach to Pittsburgh’s offense, which may limit Wilson’s defensive opportunities. The 3-4 defensive scheme under Teryl Austin continues Pittsburgh’s tradition of disciplined gap control and zone coverage, which may not suit Wilson’s skills.

Declining Payton Wilson’s snap percentage has declined throughout the 2025 season, starting at 88.0% in Week 1 and dropping as low as 22.0% in Week 18.

Ceiling tracks near 2025’s 1 fantasy point finish, given Wilson’s uncertain snap share and limited defensive impact. Floor tracks near 0 fantasy points, given Wilson’s uncertain role and snap share volatility.