Steelers 'Certainly' Need More From Kenny Pickett
PITTSBURGH -- Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett has been the subject to a significant amount of criticism this season as he continues to look for a full game worth of success. And heading into the back half of the regular season, head coach Mike Tomlin said the Steelers "certainly" need to see more from their quarterback moving forward.
"Man, we're gonna need more. Particularly as this road narrows," Tomlin said. "But guys like Kenny and myself, we're measured by wins and losses. He and I talk about that often and openly. We know what our jobs are. Our jobs are to win. And so, that's where we are. That's where our focus is."
While Tomlin wants and expects to see a growing quarterback in Pickett, he also acknowledged that the team has been working on improvements, and will continue to do so until they reach the level of success they're searching for.
"I love the fact that he embraces that," Tomlin said about Pickett embracing being judged off wins and losses. "Down in and down out, are there some things to work on? Certainly, but it's not like we're going to start on Wednesday working on those things. We've been working on those things, and we will continue until we get the desired result."
Pickett has completed 61% of his passes this season for 1,161 yards and six touchdowns but has also thrown four interceptions. While he hasn't thrown an interception in the last five games, he's also thrown for just two touchdowns in that time.
It's highly unlikely the Steelers would consider a change at quarterback this season, and at 6-3, Pittsburgh is focused on building from what they have instead of trying to find alternative options.
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