By signing Russell Wilson, the Pittsburgh Steelers are making good on their promise to bring in a quarterback who will challenge Kenny Pickett for the starting job. But they also may have driven Pickett out of town in the process.
Let’s be honest: the Steelers didn’t bring Wilson in to ride the bench. They brought him in to be their next starting quarterback, with Pickett serving as insurance in the event Wilson either gets hurt or doesn’t perform.
Given this reality, the Steelers should trade Pickett, giving them an extra draft pick and Pickett a much-needed fresh start.
The change in perception in Pittsburgh regarding Pickett was fast and drastic. Everything appeared to change Sept. 10, when Pittsburgh laid an egg against San Francisco in Week 1. While many facets of the Steelers played poorly that day, much of the blame fell on Pickett’s shoulders. It was the start of a tumultuous season for Pickett, who for reasons outside of his control failed to live up to massive preseason expectations.
I’m not saying all of Pickett’s shortcomings last season were outside of his control. But it’s hard to ignore the fact he was saddled with an out-matched offensive coordinator, an overrated receiving corps and an offensive line that for half the season was average at best.
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Author : Bryan DeArdo
Publish date : 2024-03-13 00:55:53
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