Steelers Done Waiting for Kenny Pickett

The Pittsburgh Steelers seem to understand how they must approach this season.

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers have acknowledged they need to bring in competition at the quarterback position, whether that's Mason Rudolph or someone else. Why? Because they understand where this team could be when they have "quality play" at the position. 

With Mason Rudolph as their starter, the Steelers discovered all of their question marks at other positions weren't real. George Pickens was a star. Diontae Johnson was just as good as they believed. Pat Freiermuth could be utilized how they hoped. The running game was dominant, and the defense was even better. 

So, heading into a new year, they aren't going to waste that. They're tired of not winning playoff games, and are fully embracing the quarterback position is holding them back. 

They made the big-time hire at offensive coordinator, and chances are they continue to beef up their offense throughout the offseason. 

Kenny Pickett is going to be their QB1 on the first day of OTAs and probably training camp. But he doesn't have time to showcase the growth he's hoping to have made. 

This summer, his leash is short. Or at least that's what it sounds like. 

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