Mitch Trubisky wants Steelers offense to have a ‘killer mindset’
The Pittsburgh Steelers pulled out an impressive win in Week 1 over the defending AFC champion Cincinnati Bengals.
The encouraging performance featured quarterback Mitchell Trubisky leading the charge, completing 21-of-38 passes for 194 yards with one touchdown and no interceptions.
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However, the story of the contest came from the Steelers defense stepping up in key moments to grab a season-opening victory. Trubisky voiced that he needs to play with an aggressive mentality to provide the team with the best chance to win.
“When your defense is playing that well, and they’re getting turnovers, you just want to take care of the football, but we’ve got to have that killer mindset, that aggressive mentality to really take teams out of the game and just not allow them to keep it close,” Trubisky said via ESPN.
Trubisky may have a much more difficult challenge ahead with star running back Najee Harris dealing with a foot injury. Harris has been able to practice this week, but he’s only participated in a limited capacity.
Meanwhile, the defense suffered a significant blow with reigning Defensive Player of the Year T.J. Watt suffering a torn pectoral muscle late in the fourth quarter of Week 1 action. All that will place more pressure on Trubisky to limit his mistakes. Meanwhile he needs to enough plays with his arm and legs.
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He demonstrated strong poise and confidence under center that the Steelers are hoping can lead to sustained success. The Week 2 matchup against the New England Patriots will present a unique challenge.
