Kenny Pickett replaces Mitch Trubisky at quarterback to start second half
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - The fans are getting what they've been chanting for at Acrisure Stadium.
Kenny Pickett is in at quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Kenny Pickett era could begin in moments @KDKA
— Rich Walsh KDKA (@RichieWalsh) October 2, 2022
Mitch Trubisky was taken out after going 7/13 for 84 yards and an interception in the first half.
It appears as if Kenny Pickett is getting ready to play
— Bob Pompeani (@KDPomp) October 2, 2022
Steelers’ rookie QB Kenny Pickett has replaced Mitch Trubisky.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 2, 2022
#8 Kenny Pickett is in the game at QB.
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) October 2, 2022
The Steelers trail the Jets 10-6 to start the half.
Following an interception and long return by Minkah Fitzpatrick, Kenny Pickett led his squad into the end zone, scoring the first touchdown of his NFL career on a quarterback sneak.
Pickett gets his first TD on a QB sneak @KDKA
— Rich Walsh KDKA (@RichieWalsh) October 2, 2022
Kenny keeper @kennypickett10 🙌
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) October 2, 2022
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With the touchdown, Pittsburgh would take the lead over the Jets, 13-10.
Pickett would again use his legs to give the Steelers another touchdown, helping Pittsburgh score 20 unanswered points.
Another TD for @kennypickett10 🙌
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) October 2, 2022
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