That loud burst of joyous screams you heard was from Steelers Nation rejoicing in the fact that the Pittsburgh Steelers have decided to part ways with Offensive Coordinator Randy Fichtner. Also not coming back are Offensive Line Coach Shaun Sarrett and Defensive Backs Coach Gus Bradley.
The big name here however is Fichtner. A former college coordinator then Quarterbacks Coach in Pittsburgh, he ascended to the OC job after Todd Haley left. It was a natural move given his strong relationship with Ben Roethlisberger and the fact that they didn’t have to overhaul the offense or terminology. It did however become clear that Fichtner had significant flaws.