The insertion of Kenny Pickett did much more than just officially usher in a new era for the Steelers for 2022 and beyond.
The rookie quarterback's debut to begin the third quarter of Sunday's 24-20 loss to the Jets was a much-needed shot in the arm for an offense walking through mud.
With a 10-6 deficit and with the offense failing to muster anything consistent or significant, Mike Tomlin made the call for No. 8, sending a mostly silent Acrisure Stadium into a frenzy for the guy they have been clamoring to see for four weeks.