Steelers Are Pressed to Sign Former $33 Million Quarterback

Steelers Are Pressed to Sign Former $33 Million Quarterback

When the free agency period opens in March, the Pittsburgh Steelers may be on the market for a quarterback. Although the squad would benefit from an upgrade under center, the Steelers are more likely to go for signal callers who can rival former first-round pick Kenny Pickett rather than take his spot.

Steelers Are Pressed to Sign Former $33 Million Quarterback

Baker Mayfield, a seasoned quarterback, might be the perfect fit for that position.

Gordon McGuinness of Pro Football Focus identified Mayfield as the one free agent the Steelers ought to sign in the next offseason.

Though McGuinness stated, “it feels very likely that Mayfield will stay with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Steelers should be the first team to pick up the phone on the off chance that he does hit free agency.”

Mayfield is back to the level of his second and third seasons with the Cleveland Browns, earning a 74.6 PFF grade with 25 big-time throws and 24 turnover-worthy plays in the 2023 regular season, even though he hasn’t lived up to the billing of being a former No. 1 overall pick.

In 2023, Mayfield amassed 4,044 passing yards, 28 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions, guiding the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a 9-8 record. By season’s end, he demonstrated solid starter performance, marking a notable improvement. To secure his starting role in 2024, the type of contract he secures in free agency may play a pivotal role. Mayfield showcased his potential in playoffs, hinting at the possibility of surpassing other free-agent quarterbacks. Notably, during his two postseason starts, he completed 686 passing yards.

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