Steelers' Mitch Trubisky Detailed How He Was Able 'To Put Aside His Personal Feelings'

The Pittsburgh Steelers find themselves in a much different situation in the 2023 offseason when it comes to their quarterbacks compared to 2022. Kenny Pickett is the unquestioned starter and is poised to build off a strong finish to the 2022 season in which he led the team to multiple come-from-behind wins against the Las Vegas Raiders and Baltimore Ravens. Mitch Trubisky, who opened 2022 as the starting signal-caller, seems to be adjusting to his role as the backup. 

Trubisky's level of play in 2022 was solid, but he was just not making enough plays down the field to win games. At only 28 years old, he would have been well within reason to demand a departure from the Steelers and sign with a team that would have allowed him to compete for a QB1 job in 2023. Fortunately, the former second overall pick opted to remain in Pittsburgh by signing a contract extension through the 2025 season in May. 

During a recent interview at the team's facility, Trubisky explained the emotions he felt in 2022 after being demoted from the starting position and provided more detail as to why his main goal in 2023 is to do whatever it takes to help the team compete for an AFC North title. 

"When things go how they go during the season last year and you're pushed into a new role, you have some personal feelings you got to set aside. You just embrace the role to help the team for the common good. I want this team to win. I want to help all the guys be successful as they can," Trubisky answered. 

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Trubisky's team-first mentality is music to the ears of Steelers' fans, as his experience and ability to teach will undoubtedly help accelerate the maturation process of Pickett as an NFL quarterback. Furthermore, as he demonstrated in the team's Week 15 matchup against the Carolina Panthers in 2022, he is more than capable of leading the team's offense when called upon. His quick decision making and mobility make him an ideal backup. When and if Pickett goes down this season, the Steelers should be confident that their QB2 can get the job done.