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The Pittsburgh Steelers: Is There Reason For Optimism?

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  Yes I believe there is plenty of reason for optimism.  The Pittsburgh Steelers finished the 2022 season with a bang, winning 7 of  9 games, the last four in a row.  The man pictured above, Kenny Pickett,  developed nicely.  As I expected, he had a rough start.  But you could see, as the season progressed, he progressed.  He gained in confidence.  He made better decisions.  Unquestionably he is now the man in Pittsburgh.   This is a good thing.  With him entrenched as the starter, the future is clear.  Plus he's on a rookie contract, allowing The Steelers plenty of flexibility.   Another reason for optimism is WR George Pickens.  Pickens is an acrobat.  He looks like a future, perennial All-Pro.  Add to that a defense with some top notch players.  Minkah Fitzptrick, TJ Watt and Cameron Heyward - all of them stars.  Young Alex Highsmith made some nice strides last year.   Cameron Su...