The Pittsburgh Steelers are counting on new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith to be the answer the team is looking for. While players ultimately execute, it’s obvious the team has been hamstrung by inexperienced and ineffective coordinators for several seasons. Randy Fichtner was humble and allowed Ben Roethlisberger to run the show but didn’t elevate many in the offense. Matt Canada was a weight around the team’s ankles. It’s why the team pivoted to an external and battle-tested coach in Smith, a successful offensive coordinator coming off three tough years in Atlanta.
For Connor Heyward, Smith’s return to OC is exactly what the Steelers need.