Pittsburgh Steelers Face Quarterback Conundrum as Offseason Looms

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17/02/2024 21h42

The Pittsburgh Steelers are heading into the offseason with uncertainty looming over their quarterback situation. With Mason Rudolph emerging as a potential starter following Kenny Pickett's late-season injury, the Steelers are faced with a decision as Rudolph's impending free agency approaches.

According to reports from Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, there seems to be internal division within the organization about Rudolph's future with the team. While Pickett was initially seen as the heir to Ben Roethlisberger after being drafted in the first round two years ago, Rudolph's strong performance towards the end of the season has muddled the picture.

Despite the availability of potentially significant upgrades such as Kirk Cousins, Justin Fields, Ryan Tannehill, and Russell Wilson, the Steelers have expressed a reluctance to bring in a quarterback who desires to be a starter. This steadfast approach to sticking with familiar faces and limited changes might pose a challenge as the team strives to compete in the postseason.

With head coach Mike Tomlin at the helm, the Steelers are projected to maintain a competitive record in the upcoming 2024 season. However, the lack of a proven starting quarterback who can deliver in crucial playoff moments has raised concerns about the team's ability to make a deep postseason run.

As the Steelers navigate their quarterback dilemma and the looming free agency of Mason Rudolph, the organization faces a pivotal decision that could shape the future of the team for the seasons to come.

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