The Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2024 season was a disappointing one, with the team failing to make the playoffs for the second consecutive year. While there were many factors that contributed to the team’s struggles, insiders point to one major mistake made by the coaching staff as the primary reason for the team’s downfall.
According to sources, the coaching staff’s biggest mistake was their inability to adjust the team’s game plan to suit the strengths and weaknesses of quarterback Russell Wilson.
“Russell was brought in to be the team’s franchise quarterback, but the coaching staff failed to tailor the game plan to his unique skillset,” said a source close to the team. “They tried to force him into a system that didn’t play to his strengths, and it ultimately cost the team wins.”
The source pointed to the team’s lack of emphasis on the deep ball as a prime example of the coaching staff’s failure to adapt. “Russell has one of the strongest arms in the league, but the team rarely took shots down the field,” the source said. “It was like they were trying to turn Russell into a game-manager, rather than letting him be the playmaker he’s capable of being.”
The coaching staff’s inability to adjust the game plan also had a ripple effect on the rest of the team, according to the source. “The offense became stale and predictable, and the defense suffered as a result,” the source said. “The team’s lack of creativity on offense put a lot of pressure on the defense, and it ultimately led to the team’s downfall.”
As the Steelers look to bounce back from a disappointing season, the coaching staff’s ability to adapt and adjust will be crucial. Will they be able to learn from their mistakes and create a game plan that suits Russell Wilson’s unique skillset? Only time will tell.
