Beyond that specific answer, Angelichio stressed a broader optimism about the group, noting strength across the perimeter, tight ends, the line, and the runners. He said he’s excited about “everybody” and the overall potential of the offensive system.
Angelichio also shared his early impressions of Howard, praising the second-year quarterback’s personality and work in the quarterback room. He described Howard as communicating well, articulating the scheme, and picking up concepts quickly, even before going out on the grass this offseason.
The Steelers have publicly hyped Howard since Mike McCarthy’s arrival, but the league will ultimately determine how the quarterback situation unfolds in 2026. The team remains linked to the NFL Draft, where a signal-caller could be added, potentially impacting Howard’s path to a starting role.
Designing the offense appears to be a key focus for Angelichio, who emphasized building around the quarterback and the players’ strengths. He highlighted the ability to deploy different personnel groupings—11-, 12-, or 13-personnel—and to teach concepts that can be run from any grouping, depending on who is under center.
On the current quarterback depth chart, the Steelers have veteran Mason Rudolph in the mix, with expectations that another signal-caller will be added before mandatory minicamp. Angelichio’s early comments set the stage for how the offense could evolve as OTAs proceed and the quarterback landscape becomes clearer.
