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Pickett set to start vs. Raiders, preserve the streak that truly matters

Mitch Trubisky did just fine in Kenny Pickett's stead in Sunday's win over the Panthers.

However, it appears the rookie quarterback will rightfully be retaking his place under center when the Steelers line up against the Raiders Saturday night at Acrisure Stadium.

During his routine Tuesday press conference at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex, Mike Tomlin gave everything but an official green light for Pickett.

"The concussion component of where he is (at) is behind us. I think he's got to check a box procedurally," Tomlin said. "But if we were to practice today, he would be a full participant.