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Steelers Star Roman Wilson Takes a Shot at Colts Nation – But Michael Pittman Jr.’s Powerful Response Silences Him Instantly

Steelers Star Roman Wilson Takes a Shot at Colts Nation – But Michael Pittman Jr.’s Powerful Response Silences Him Instantly

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 

The tension ahead of the Colts vs. Steelers Week 9 showdown at Acrisure Stadium just went through the roof after Steelers rookie Roman Wilson sparked controversy online.

On X (formerly Twitter), Wilson posted:

“They act like they just won the Super Bowl every week. All they’ve got right now is luck. It’s ridiculous.”

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The post was deleted within minutes — but not before Colts Nation caught wind of it. Thousands of Indianapolis fans shared screenshots, turning it into one of the most talked-about stories heading into the weekend clash.

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And then came the response — not from fans, but from Colts star wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. himself. In one statement, he delivered both poise and power, defending his teammates and igniting the entire locker room with words that perfectly captured the soul of the 7–1 Colts:

“The Super Bowl is every player’s dream, and our fans have the right to dream it too. We’ve been chasing that dream our own way — through discipline, sweat, and tears. If they really think everything we’ve built is just luck, then let us come to Pittsburgh and take all that luck away.”

Pittman’s quote spread across social media within hours, earning praise from fans and analysts alike. NFL Network dubbed it “the speech of a leader,” while fans called it “a message that defines the Colts’ identity.”

Heading into Week 9, the Colts sit atop the entire NFL at 7–1, while the Steelers (4–3) are fighting to prove they still belong in the AFC playoff race. Acrisure Stadium is expected to be a storm of Terrible Towels and roaring fans, but Indianapolis isn’t backing down.

This isn’t just another AFC matchup — it’s pride versus perception.
And if Michael Pittman Jr.’s words are any indication, when the final whistle blows on Sunday, “luck” might be leaving Pittsburgh wearing blue and white.

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