5 NFL teams who could exceed expectations in the 2023 season ft. Steelers

Modified Jul 06, 2023 10:43 GMT

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Denver Broncos are poised for massive rebound years

#5 Pittsburgh Steelers

Kenny Pickett looks to improve from his rookie season

Last season marked a new chapter for the Steelers, as it was their first without the now-retired Ben Roethlisberger. In his place, Mitchell Trubisky and Kenny Pickett fought for the starting spot, which the latter won.

Pickett went a respectable 7-5 as a starter, but concussions and costly interceptions, especially at the Miami Dolphins in Week 7, ultimately doomed the team's playoff hopes.

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But with a new protector in Broderick Jones, he could see his TD-INT ratio improve, and the Steelers could remain within the playoff periphery.

About the author

Andre Castillo is an NFL journalist at Sportskeeda who holds a Bachelor’s degree in English and Master’s degree in Journalism. He has over seven years of working experience and has also covered MMA with FanSided, wrestling with The Sportster, and automobiles with Hot Cars.

Andre follows the New York Jets and the Washington Commanders, mostly because he likes their colors. His favorite position is tight end, and players like Mark Andrews and Travis Kelce have always drawn Andre's attention when watching a game. Bill Belichick is his favorite coach, and his all-time favorite Super Bowl is the XLII edition, when the underdog New York Giants upset the then-undefeated New England Patriots.

If he can change one moment in NFL history, it will be from the NFC Championship Game in January 2019. In that game, a highly controversial no-call cost the Saints what would have been Drew Brees' second Super Bowl visit, where he would have faced Tom Brady and the Patriots.

Andre is always on the lookout for fresh perspectives in a story and ensures complete factual accuracy by double-checking all information before using it in his articles. He has an innate understanding of how to present information in an efficient and compelling way.

Outside the writing realm, Andre is a professional licensed teacher. His hobbies include watching UFC, MotoGP, playing the piano, and travelling.

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Edited by Andre Castillo