The Pittsburgh Steelers have had Eddie Faulkner coaching their running backs since the 2019 season. When the Steelers' offense struggled significantly during the 2023 season, the team made the historic decision to fire Offensive Coordinator Matt Canada in late November. This led to Quarterbacks Coach Mike Sullivan and Faulkner stepping in as co-offensive coordinators, with Sullivan as the play-caller and Faulkner serving as the interim offensive coordinator .
The two were thrust into action at a pivotal time for the Steelers. The struggling quarterback Kenny Pickett had one of his most efficient and best games in the first game after Canada's departure. As Faulkner and Sullivan took over, the offense improved, but still was not outstanding.
The Steelers became a more formidable threat on offense, leading some to speculate that Faulkner might be considered for the offensive coordinator position permanently. However, the Steelers quickly made it clear they were looking outside the organization for their next offensive coordinator. They hired Arthur Smith, who brings a track record of success and hope that he can address the team's offensive issues.
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com/5GqUAU7lcf Faulkner spoke to the media on Tuesday about being passed over for the offensive coordinator job by the Steelers and other teams. He expressed his happiness to be in Pittsburgh, working with Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin. "I'm h.