Steelers News Analyst Grades the team a C for its use of free agents.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have gotten a lot of positive feedback for their free agency decisions; most analysts and media sources have given them an A. By signing Russell Wilson to a veteran minimum contract and acquiring Justin Fields in a trade with Chicago for a sixth-round choice in 2025—which could become a fourth if he plays 51% of the snaps in 2024—general manager Omar Khan strengthened the quarterback room. Additionally, they signed veteran Baltimore Ravens linebacker Patrick Queen, who created a major stir at the linebacker position.
Still, one observer is unimpressed with the Steelers’ free agent class. The 33rd Team’s Dan Pizzuta gave the Steelers a C because he was indifferent to their actions and believed there were still many issues that needed to be resolved.
Both Justin Fields and Russell Wilson will take over the quarterback room for the Pittsburgh Steelers. These two inexpensive attempts aim to enhance the quarterback performance from the Kenny Pickett period. In Arthur Smith’s offense, one of them might stand out, but it’s also possible that neither of them is really significant, according to Pizzuta.
The largest outlay of funds, guaranteed at $13.8 million for three years, went to LB Patrick Queen. Queen showed improvement in his last season with the Ravens, but it’s unclear if he can maintain that level of play without Roquan Smith at his side. In addition, there were defensive additions. Minkah Fitzpatrick may be able to move across the field more now that DeShon Elliott is playing next to him. Donte Jackson, a tight end, was acquired in the trade that sent Diontae Johnson to Carolina.
Leave a Reply