The recent dismissal of offensive coordinator Randy Fichtner has been met with joy throughout Steelers Nation. Fichtner was widely regarded as an ineffective play-caller who served more as Ben Roethlisberger’s caddy than as a legitimate coordinator. His firing triggered a slew of remarks in the comments sections of numerous articles here at Behind The Steel Curtain and elsewhere that suggested, given the talent the Steelers possess, anyone with a remedial understanding of offense could have done a better job calling plays.
Granted, Fichtner struggled mightily in Pittsburgh. The rushing attack disappeared, finishing last in the league in 2020, and the scheme devolved into a simple menu of quick passes from static 11-personnel formations.