Are the Steelers truly prepared for a win-now approach in 2021?
The need for the success of the youth and health
On the flip side, it’s simple. Roethlisberger has to stay healthy and the offensive line has to gel throughout next season. Having to fill three positions upfront with rookies such as Kendrick Green and Dan Moore, or the likes of Chukwama Okorafor, Zach Banner, and JC Hassenauer, it’s not as compelling as it sounds.
In actuality, and as stated before, it’s the fear of the unknown once again realizing the youth at some critical positions going into 2021 and the in-game history of others. Ben’s support system of skill set players around him, now including Najee Harris & Pat Freiermuth, are certainly ones to bet on; however, protection is protection.
It’ll limit the quick throws making the defense more honest on the backend, suppress the chance for injury, and significantly balance this offense with a somewhat respectable running game. In their defense, I don’t want to limit the pressure to just the OL. The drops have to be contained and play-calling should be the number one thing to watch next season.
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Much can be written on the suggested limitations of a roster and the outcomes thereof, but utilizing talent correctly and situational intelligence can enhance any organization to new levels. Perhaps, OC Matt Canada can neutralize these worries and make for an improbable run in 2021.