While much has been discussed regarding the shortcomings of a Pittsburgh Steelers offense that is bereft of his Pro Bowl quarterback, Ben Roethlisberger, I think that one difference-making area of the offense that is suffering in particular has been the ability to create yards after the catch with short passes, and area that is largely dominated by running back Le’Veon Bell.
Last season, the third-year back broke out in a big way, catching 83 passes for 854 receiving yards, both of which are franchise records for a running back by a substantial margin, but with Michael Vick under center, he has not been given the same opportunities, either in quality or quantity, and the offense is suffering because of it.