Mitch Trubisky officially lost his job in Pittsburgh...
The Steelers made the long-anticipated quarterback change Sunday, benching Mitch Trubisky at halftime in favor of rookie Kenny Pickett. The result was a 24-20 loss to the New York Jets and a huge quarterback controversy for HC Mike Tomlin.
The former Bears QB Trubisky, who signed with the Steelers as a free agent on a two-year, $14.3 million contract just a few months ago, completed only seven of his 13 attempts for 84 yards and an interception. Through 14 quarters this season, he has led the Steelers to only four touchdowns.
Trubisky appeared pretty angry with the situation.
"It's a tough deal," he said. "It's definitely not what I wanted, not what I expected. But it's part of it." Asked if he expects to remain the starter, Trubisky replied, "Who knows?"
Ian Rapoport reported that the Steelers are expected to move forward with rookie QB Kenny Pickett as the first-rounder is set to replace Trubisky in the lineup.
It will be interesting to see if Pickett is able to rejuvenate this offense that was pretty much invisible so far this season.
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