Trai Essex Critiques Steelers Offense: No Identity or Consistency

Former Steelers OL Thinks Offense Has No Identity

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers during a game against the New England Patriots on Sept. 21, 2025. -- Ed Thompson / Steelers Now Former Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Trai Essex did not hold back on the Steelers struggling offense. Despite five forced turnovers by the defense, the Steelers managed to score only 21 points and beat New England by just seven. “Since Ben, No matter how great a QB was prior to getting to Pitt, the…

Trai Essex Critiques Steelers Offense: No Identity or Consistency

Trai Essex, former Steelers offensive lineman, critiques Pittsburgh's offense, stating it has lacked potency since Ben Roethlisberger's departure. He argues that all quarterbacks, including Aaron Rodgers, show similar limited effectiveness, relying on short passes and deep bombs while neglecting the middle of the field. Essex emphasizes the need for better utilization of running back Jaylen Warren and expresses dissatisfaction with the offensive…

Trai Essex Blasts Pittsbugh’s Offense: ‘Every Defense Gets Excited When They Play The Steelers’

Since the Steelers put up 34 points in the season opener, their offense has looked much less potent and threatening. Outside of unsustainable stretches and isolated games, this is a common theme for years, former Steelers OL Trai Essex insists. Now branching out into analysis, he shared some pointed thoughts on his former team’s current […]