In the critical season finale, despite Kenny Pickett being medically fit to return to the field for the Pittsburgh Steelers, the team has made the decision to stick with backup quarterback Mason Rudolph. However, this choice might not necessarily indicate a definitive stance on Pickett’s future role with the team.
Ian Rapoport, a correspondent for NFL Network, has reported that the Steelers maintain their confidence in Pickett and regard him as their long-term franchise quarterback, despite the challenges he has faced during this season.
Rapoport stated, “The organization does still believe in Kenny Pickett and in no way wants to move on from him after the season. Still a ton of confidence that he can be a franchise starter.”
Throughout the season, Pickett has made 12 starts but has only managed to secure six touchdown passes along with 2,070 passing yards. The Pittsburgh offense has struggled consistently, regardless of the quarterback leading the charge, until Rudolph’s recent performance showcased a significant improvement. While one negative report about Pickett has been refuted, it does raise concerns that the Steelers currently consider their most viable option for securing a win as the quarterback who initially began the season as the third choice on their depth chart, as opposed to the player they have identified as their future signal-caller.
In 12 starts on the season, Pickett has just six touchdown passes to go with 2,070 passing yards. Pittsburgh’s offense has been bad all year no matter who has played at quarterback, at least until things looked greatly improved under Rudolph last week. While one unflattering report about Pickett has been denied, it is definitely a bit worrisome that the Steelers think the quarterback that gives them their best chance to win right now is the guy who started the season third on their depth chart, not the player they apparently view as their franchise signal-caller.
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