Steelers beat writer Gerry Dulac said “there appears to be some internal division” about who should be the Steelers’ starting QB next season.
This was somewhat expected. Wide receiver Diontae Johnson gave his
full endorsement of Mason Rudolph at the end of the season, saying, “I hope he gets the [starting] job next year,” after the season had concluded. Owner Art Rooney is also on record saying he hopes the team can re-sign Rudolph, who is set to be an unrestricted free agent. How deeply any “division” over the Steelers’ quarterback situation may run is anybody’s guess, but presumed starter and former first round pick Kenny Pickett is anything but a lock to lead the team for a full 17 games next season. Rudolph threw for 719-3-0 in three regular season starts, going 3-0 while inching them into the postseason. While it wasn’t an impressive line, Rudolph has clearly curried favor with some in the building. The Steelers would be wise to look for a complete upgrade at the position, but could have challenging days ahead if Pickett and Rudolph are the top two quarterbacks on the roster heading into training camp.