A change in formation usage led to a more productive Steelers offense in the second portion of the 2022 season. With Kenny Pickett gaining experience by the week and more comfortability being built, there is a trend to like for what the Steelers could bring in 2023.
It all starts with the start of the play.
In 2022, the Steelers aligned in 11 personnel (1 running back, 1 tight end) for 67% of their offensive snaps. They lined up in 12 personnel (1 running back, 2 tight ends) 22% of the time. On 4% of their offensive snaps, the Steelers had two running backs, a tight end, and two wide receivers on the field.