Trubisky is ready to go as QB1

While Steelers fans everywhere were waiting for Coach Mike Tomlin to make the official announcement on who would be the team’s starting quarterback during his weekly press conference on Tuesday, those in the race for the job knew well in advance who the starter would be.

Mitch Trubisky said he learned the news last week that he won the battle that took place in training camp and the preseason between himself, Kenny Pickett and Mason Rudolph.

“They let us know last week so we had a heads up,” said Trubisky. “I was kind of anticipating that and just excited for the opportunity. And now we prepare. Get ready to go.”

Trubisky will make his first regular season start for the Steelers when they open the season against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sept. 11 at Paycor Stadium. He said he is excited for the opportunity and is ready to get out on the field.

“It’s going to be huge,” said Trubisky. “It’s something I looked forward to, something I’ve worked for. I’m just grateful for the opportunity and I’m going to take full advantage.”

Trubisky started all three preseason games, completing 23 of 34 pass attempts, 70.6%, for 283 yards and two touchdowns and no interceptions.

“I had a really good camp,” said Trubisky. “I came in here with a lot of experience, showed I could lead the team. Showed I’ve been playing really well, throwing the football really well. Now we go out there and execute on the field.”

From the time he signed with the Steelers as an unrestricted free agent in March, Trubisky hit it off with his new teammates. He has formed relationships on and off the field, making it easy for him to fit into his role and it being the perfect marriage of player and team.

“I think it’s just the people here,” said Trubisky of why he does fit. “I think their love for football and just how much they care about winning. Those are two things that I think are characteristics of me. I just love football. I care about winning and I care about this team. I think coming in here was just a…