Steelers Stick with Mason Rudolph for Playoffs Despite Pickett's Recovery
Rudolph's performance boosts team's average points as Watt's absence poses challenge.
- Mason Rudolph, the Pittsburgh Steelers' quarterback, has been confirmed to lead the team in their playoff trip to Buffalo, despite Kenny Pickett's recovery from ankle surgery.
- Rudolph has led the Steelers to three consecutive wins, boosting the team's average points per game from 17 to 27.
- Rudolph's future with the Steelers remains uncertain as his contract is due to expire, and he may seek opportunities elsewhere.
- T.J. Watt, the NFL sack leader, will be absent due to a knee injury, with Nick Herbig and Markus Golden stepping in.
- The Steelers are hopeful that Pro Bowl safety Minkah Fitzpatrick will return after missing three games due to a knee injury.