Kenny Pickett might lack the rocket arm other quarterbacks around the league possess but he’s sure shown the willingness to air it out. That was again evident in Thursday’s preseason win over the Atlanta Falcons. On the first possession, Pickett hit two deep shots to WR Diontae Johnson and WR George Pickens, 33 and 35 yards respectively.
With a similar mentality to Ben Roethlisberger, Pickett is willing to give his guys on the outside chances against single-high safeties, MOFC (middle of the field closed) coverage. He’s repeatedly said as much, including after last night’s game. Let’s take those comments to the tape.