Justin Fields didn’t play last Sunday for the Steelers, the first time that was the case since debuting his package of plays. He had checked into the game for offensive plays in three consecutive weeks, touching the ball at meaningful moments. The Steelers had opportunities to play him last week, if they wanted to, but passed on it. Why was that so, and what does that mean moving forward, especially in this stretch potentially without George Pickens?
Ray Fittipaldo believes Pickens’ absence could spur the Steelers to use Fields more. Appearing on 93.7, he argues that yards will be at a premium, and Fields is one of their best tools for manufacturing them.