Mike McCarthy Eyes Will Howard; Steelers’ Coaching Staff Predictions

Former Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Bill Cowher has expressed strong support for Mike McCarthy’s appointment as the team’s new head coach. Cowher believes McCarthy’s offensive expertise will significantly benefit the Steelers’ struggling offense. McCarthy has a history of uplifting teams and quarterbacks, having coached sports icons such as Joe Montana, Brett Favre, Aaron Rodgers, and Dak Prescott.

Mike McCarthy Chooses Will Howard

With McCarthy at the helm, there are indications that quarterback Will Howard may take center stage on the depth chart. Steelers president Art Rooney II stated that McCarthy sees tremendous potential in Howard and is eager to work with him. This comes amid discussions about the future of Aaron Rodgers within the team.

Howard, who was drafted in the sixth round out of Ohio State, missed last season due to a hand injury but previously won a National Championship. Reports suggest that both McCarthy and the organization have high hopes for Howard’s development.

Coaching Staff Predictions

Speculation surrounds McCarthy’s potential coaching staff as well. Recently, NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero mentioned several candidates. Patrick Graham is considered a strong possibility for the defensive coordinator role, given his previous relationship with McCarthy while coaching in Green Bay.

• Graham has coordinated defenses for teams including the Giants and Raiders.
• Other candidates for various positions include Ben McAdoo, James Campen, John Fassel, and Ray Ventrone.

The Steelers previously interviewed Nathan Scheelhaase for a coaching role, but opted to move forward with McCarthy as their leader. Meanwhile, the Cleveland Browns are reportedly interested in Scheelhaase, scheduling a second interview after his team, the Rams, reached the NFC Championship.

A Promising Future for the Steelers

With a solid roster and the offensive insight McCarthy brings, Cowher believes the Steelers can contend for higher achievements. He emphasized McCarthy’s familiarity with Pittsburgh culture and its fan expectations, adding credibility to his appointment.

As the Steelers set their sights on the upcoming season, aligning their offensive strategy with McCarthy’s vision could yield promising results. The combination of McCarthy’s experience and Howard’s potential may define the team’s trajectory in the near future.