5 things the Pittsburgh Steelers are asking Santa for Christmas this year

Finding the answer for the next franchise quarterback

The NFL is an offensive game and no team is good without a solid starter at the quarterback position. Ben Roethlisberger is likely done after 2021 but he could always return next year as well. Many don’t expect that to happen and it seems likely that there will be a new starter in 2022.

No matter what holes you have on your team, the quarterback spot is always the top priority. This team will need to build a solid group around the next starter when that time comes and as you can see from reading this article, they have a lot of work to do. This is not the strongest class at the position so maybe that extra cash will help bring aboard a nice veteran option.

The Steelers may end up building their team through the draft and bring in a bridge-style quarterback to fight for the starting spot with Mason Rudolph. Then they could wait for a stronger quarterback class in the 2023 NFL draft.

If they do decide to try and nab a young successor of Roethlisberger, here are some names to watch out for. This draft class is weaker but there are some interesting options in the first round. The headliner names are Kenny Pickett, Matt Corral, and Malik Willis. They all have explosive playmaking ability but they all need to continue growing as they adjust to the NFL level.

Free agency or trade might be the more likely option when you look at the history of the Steelers. Even if a young quarterback is taken in the draft, a potential bridge-style veteran option could be brought on. Some names to keep an eye on for a potential starter of this team or a bridge-style guy are Aaron Rodgers, Jimmy Garoppolo, Mitch Trubisky, Jameis Winston, Tyrod Taylor, Marcus Mariota, Andy Dalton, and Ryan Fitzpatrick.

The Steelers have a lot that they want this Christmas. Some of their gift ideas are quite expensive while others will seem more feasible for old Saint Nick.