Steelers' Mike Tomlin expecting 'fierce' competition for starting quarterback job

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The Pittsburgh Steelers have three quarterbacks on their roster who could likely start as QB1 during the first week of the season – Mitchell Trubisky, Mason Rudolph and rookie Kenny Pickett.

Coach Mike Tomlin is expecting the competition this summer to ramp up.

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Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin watches from the sideline during the wild-card playoff football game against the Chiefs, Jan. 16, 2022, in Kansas City, Missouri. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)

"I expect it to be fierce because I know all three guys. I don't expect anyone to take a back seat. The challenge is from a structure standpoint. Are we providing enough of a platform for all the guys to show what they're capable of? And so that's going to be the challenge component of it," Tomlin told Rich Eisen on Wednesday on "The Rich Eisen Show."

"I'm excited about watching these guys compete, just like I am at any position where you've got some viable options. So, we will proceed with that understanding, that it's going to be challenging from an organization standpoint, but it's a good challenge and I'm excited about watching those guys perform."

Tomlin added he doesn’t see any issue with Pickett entering a quarterback room already filled with two veterans and doesn’t necessarily believe the veterans need to mentor the young rookie.

"It's good when it occurs but it's certainly not necessary. That's why we have offensive coordinators, quarterback coaches, assistant quarterback coaches. People are employed and their sole focus is the development of players. Certainly there's growth and development opportunities and learning opportunities