Mike McCarthy critiques his offensive play calling in Steelers' win

Mike McCarthy addressed his play calling after the Pittsburgh Steelers' 20-13 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on September 14, 2026. McCarthy described the offensive performance as 'herky jerky,' acknowledging the team's struggles, including a total of 264 offensive yards and a subpar rushing game. Key players like Aaron Rodgers and DK Metcalf failed to connect consistently, with McCarthy admitting his mistakes in play selection. Pittsburgh committed seven penalties and went 3-13 on third down. The Steelers will now prepare for their Week 2 matchup against the New England Patriots, aiming for a 2-0 start to the season.

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