Pittsburgh Steelers Hire Brian Angelichio as Offensive Coordinator

Brian Angelichio: New Offensive Coordinator

• 💡 The Pittsburgh Steelers are reportedly close to finalizing a deal to make Brian Angelichio their new offensive coordinator.
• 🎯 Angelichio previously served as the Minnesota Vikings' passing game coordinator and tight ends coach.
• 🔑 He has a history with Mike McCarthy from their time with the Packers (2016-2018) and worked under Kevin O'Connell for four seasons.
• ✨ The expectation is that Angelichio could help modernize Mike McCarthy's offense, with McCarthy retaining play-calling duties.

Scott Tolson's Candidacy

• 🚫 Contrary to rumors, Scott Tolson did not turn down the Steelers; instead, the team decided not to offer him the offensive coordinator position.
• 🧠 The primary reason for passing on Tolson was reported skepticism regarding his experience level.

Running Backs Coach Departure

• 🏈 After seven years, Eddie Falner, the Steelers' running backs coach, is expected to leave the team to join the Baltimore Ravens.
• ⚠️ Falner's departure to a division rival creates a significant vacancy and raises questions about the future of the running back position.

Additional Team News

• ⚖️ DK Metcalf is reportedly being sued by a Lions fan, though specific details of the lawsuit were not extensively discussed.