Steelers' Kenny Pickett expected to remain starting QB after Mitch Trubisky was benched vs. Jets, per report

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Mike Tomlin would not devote to any long-lasting quarterback strategies after the Steelers’ Week 4 loss to the Jets, even after benching veteran Mitch Trubisky for novice Kenny Pickett throughout the video game. A day later on, Pittsburgh is set to keep Pickett under center as its routine starter, according to NFL Media. The first-round choice is anticipated to make his very first profession start in Week 5 versus the Bills, and after that stay the first-string QB for the rest of 2022.

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Tomlin stated after Sunday’s video game that he pulled Trubisky since the offense required a “spark,” however would not reach devoting to Pickett staying under center progressing. Trubisky, on the other hand, confessed he wasn’t sure what his function would want his demotion. Now, Steelers Nation will get what lots of fans started cheering for previously this year, with Pickett set to launching after a turnover-ridden however appealing efficiency in relief of Trubisky.

Drafted 20th general out of Pittsburgh this spring, the 24-year-old Pickett went 10 of 13 versus New York, tossing 3 interceptions however hurrying for 2 goals. He amazed throughout the preseason while in an open competitors with Trubisky, showcasing grace in the pocket behind an undecided offending line. Tomlin, nevertheless, mentioned Trubisky’s experience as an NFL starter as one of the greatest factors he held a benefit in the group’s QB competitors following Ben Roethlisberger’s retirement.

Trubisky tossed 2 goals and 2 choices in his 4 starts for the Steelers, finishing simply 59% of his tosses for among the NFL’s least reliable offenses.



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