Eddie Faulkner Steps Up as Steelers' New Offensive Coordinator

Promotion makes Faulkner one of few Black men in the role, as he faces the challenge of revitalizing the struggling offense.

Eddie Faulkner, the 46-year-old running backs coach, has been promoted to offensive coordinator for the Pittsburgh Steelers following the firing of Matt Canada.
Faulkner's promotion makes him one of a few Black men currently in the position in the NFL, a role often seen as a stepping stone to becoming a head coach.
Despite the Steelers' offensive struggles, they have remained in the AFC playoff race due to their strong defense and ability to win close games.
Faulkner's main task will be to improve the performance of second-year starting quarterback Kenny Pickett, who has thrown just six touchdown passes this season.
While Faulkner plans to make the passing game more dynamic, he also intends to leverage the running abilities of Jaylen Warren and Najee Harris, who have helped the Steelers accumulate 543 yards rushing over the past three weeks.