The Steelers’ offense hasn’t blown the doorways off anybody throughout coaching camp thus far, however there are glimpses of potential. Working with a brand new quarterback, high receiver, operating again, tight finish, and younger offensive line, there are loads of changes for them to make. Though the method has not seemed fairly, they’re beginning to see outcomes, Pat Freiermuth believes.
Talking concerning the Steelers’ offense struggling with the two-minute drill on the finish of yesterday’s follow, Freiermuth stated they may proceed to construct from that. “We want it ended in a different way, however we’re working towards the top objective of Week 1 and having the ability to execute”, he stated, by way of the staff’s web site. “There’s gonna be some ups and downs. We’ll get it corrected; we’ve at all times been good in two-minute [situations]”.
Because the begin of the offseason, the Steelers have made many modifications to their offense. They parted with Najee Harris, George Pickens, Russell Wilson, Justin Fields, Dan Moore Jr., and James Daniels. Within the meantime, they traded for DK Metcalf and Jonnu Smith, signed Aaron Rodgers, and drafted Kaleb Johnson. The offensive line is similar unit they hoped to start out final yr, however it’s nonetheless a piece in progress.
“We’re coming collectively, for certain”, Freiermuth stated of the progress the Steelers are making on offense. “I believe you see a each day enchancment, and there’s gonna be some ups and downs. All that that comes with it. It’s been nice.”
Given the numerous modifications, it’s actually arduous to match the Steelers’ offense this yr to final yr. In principle, they need to have improved in all areas, or in order that they intend. The one space we all know they’re higher is at tight finish, as a result of there, they solely added. Jonnu Smith is also an asset to the receiving group, taking some strain off Darnell Washington.
“It’s been a grind to get on the identical web page with everybody, however you possibly can see it beginning to progress and beginning to get there, and that’s the thrilling half about camp”, Freiermuth admitted. “Now we have three extra weeks and video games. Then we’re able to go. I believe we’re all attending to the purpose the place we’re getting on the identical web page and it’s feeling enjoyable”.
The query is, how lengthy will this course of take, and can they be prepared for the beginning of the season? The Steelers open the yr in opposition to the final offense Aaron Rodgers ran, the New York Jets. In fact, the Jets even have Justin Fields now, and each quarterbacks will need to present they made the best determination, and their former staff made the improper one.
Complicating the acclimation course of for the offense is the truth that the Steelers didn’t have Aaron Rodgers signed till simply earlier than minicamp. He missed out on months of deep examine into the playbook. Rodgers even admitted that he’s nonetheless mastering the offense, however he hopes to have it down quickly.
