As the Pittsburgh Steelers gear up for the offseason, a potential quarterback controversy looms over the team. Following a season where rookie Kenny Pickett was the presumptive starter but faced injuries, veteran backup Mason Rudolph has garnered support from some players on the team. Rudolph's performance as a starter towards the end of the 2023 season, going 3-0 and leading the Steelers to a playoff berth, has sparked debate over who should be the starting quarterback moving forward.

Pickett, who dealt with injuries throughout the season and underwent surgery for an ankle sprain in Week 13, may face competition from Rudolph for the starting role in the upcoming season. Head coach Mike Tomlin and team president Art Rooney II have expressed their desire to re-sign Rudolph, who is set to become a free agent with a fair share of suitors in the market.

With Rudolph's impressive performances as a starter and the support he has garnered from teammates, the decision to choose between him and Pickett for the starting quarterback position will likely be a challenging one for the Steelers' coaching staff. As the offseason progresses, all eyes will be on Pittsburgh to see how they navigate this quarterback controversy in preparation for the 2023 season.