Pat Freiermuth deployed as direct snap taker on QB-sneak plays

A small but tangible offensive-role change: Freiermuth is now the team's direct snap option on sneak situations.

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- With Connor Heyward now with the Raiders, Freiermuth moved from the wing to be the designated direct snap taker.
- Riley Nowakowski (rookie FB) operated as the lead blocker in the package.
- McCarthy called a Freiermuth direct-snap on 4th-and-1 from the Steelers' own 39 and it converted.
- Designating a tight end as the snapper indicates creative short-yardage usage.
- Freiermuth had 4 receptions for 32 yards in the game while also contributing in blocking and the sneak package.
- This could be a look the Steelers deploy in future short-yardage situations.

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