In a shocking turn of events, Pro Football Talk’s Peter King has linked Kenny Pickett and the Pittsburgh Steelers to the recently suspended quarterback, Jimmy Garoppolo. The Steelers have been actively searching for a free agent quarterback this offseason, and it seems like no stone has been left unturned. However, with Garoppolo’s suspension looming over him, it remains to be seen if any team will take a chance on him as a starter.
King speculates that the Steelers could be a potential landing spot for Garoppolo, despite his two-game suspension at the start of the regular season. It’s a risky move, but the Steelers have never been afraid to take risks in the past. Could Garoppolo be the answer to their quarterback woes?
Garoppolo’s 2023 season was marred by injuries, including a concussion and a back injury. However, even when he was healthy, his performance on the field was lackluster, leading to his benching by the Raiders after Week 8. It’s clear that Garoppolo has some hurdles to overcome if he wants to prove himself as a starting quarterback in the NFL.
Adding fuel to the fire, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that Garoppolo has been suspended by the NFL for violating the league’s policy on performance-enhancing substances. According to Schefter, Garoppolo used a prescribed medication without the necessary exemption from the league. This suspension, coupled with his underwhelming performance, has led to speculation that the Raiders may release him this offseason.
As the offseason unfolds, it will be interesting to see if any team, including the Steelers, takes a chance on Garoppolo. Will he be able to redeem himself and prove that he deserves another shot as a starting quarterback? Only time will tell.
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