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Report: Kenny Pickett expected to start for Steelers moving forward

By Taylor Hall, WPXI.com

Jets Steelers Football Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) scrambles for a touchdown against the New York Jets during an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, in Pittsburgh, PA. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko) (Matt Durisko/AP)

By Taylor Hall, WPXI.com

PITTSBURGH — Kenny Pickett is expected to start for the Steelers moving forward, according to an NFL insider.

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Insider Ian Rapoport tweeted, citing sources, that Pickett is set to replace Mitch Trubisky in the lineup.

Pickett, a first-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, ran for two touchdowns in his NFL debut.

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The Steelers will play the Buffalo Bills next, on Sunday, Oct. 9.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.

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