But then there's also the "Travelers" factor, with Wheaton's Wesley possibly becoming a "deus ex machina" that could easily save the day based on the powers he has at play.

Source: https://bleedingcool.com/tv/star-trek-picard-showrunner-wil-wheatons-wesley-tricky-character/

Patrick Stewart admits to initially being put off by Wil Wheaton's self-assuredness and initially finding him cocky, but later realized his own vulnerability and wished he had Wil's confidence.

Source: https://screenrant.com/patrick-stewart-wil-wheaton-wesley-star-trek-tng/