It doesn’t seem like the Pittsburgh Steelers have given up on Kenny Pickett being a starting quarterback. Tom Fornelli of CBS Sports, however, doesn’t seem to agree.
On February 23, Fornelli projected the Steelers to choose Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy in an NFL mock draft.
Fornelli suggested that the Steelers move up to pick nine in the 2024 NFL draft in order to get McCarthy.
Fornelli stated, “The Steelers understand Kenny Pickett isn’t the solution and don’t waste time trying to make things right.” “A run-heavy offense that depends on tight ends and play action is probably what Arthur Smith will bring, and it sounds a lot like the one McCarthy used at Michigan!
McCarthy is a strong arm, a quick learner of defenses, and a skilled enough player to frequently prolong drives with his legs. Here, he would fit right in.
During his three years at Michigan, McCarthy averaged 8.7 yards per pass attempt and had a completion rate of 67.6%. In addition, he has 11 interceptions and 49 touchdowns.
In his collegiate career, he had a 28-1 record as a starter. McCarthy guided the Wolverines to their first national title since 1997 in the previous season.
McCarthy completed 27 of 45 passes (60%) for 361 yards with three touchdowns and no interceptions in the 2023–24 college football playoffs.
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