Former Pittsburgh Steelers offensive tackle Chukwuma Okorafor, now with the New England Patriots, has made some eye-opening statements regarding his previous coaching experience.
Bold Statements About Coaching
Okorafor, whose tenure with the Steelers ended on a sour note, hasn’t hesitated to share his thoughts about his time in Pittsburgh. After being benched in favor of rookie Broderick Jones ahead of the Week 9 matchup against the Tennessee Titans—allegedly due to comments made on the sideline during the Week 8 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars—Okorafor signed with the Patriots in March following his release by the Steelers in late February.
Okorafor’s Remarks at Patriots’ OTAs
At his first organized team activities (OTAs) with the Patriots, Okorafor took a subtle jab at the coaching he received with the Steelers, specifically from their offensive line coaches.
“I feel like I’m getting better coaching here than I did in Pittsburgh,” Okorafor said, hinting at dissatisfaction with his previous coaching staff.
Transition to the Patriots
Okorafor’s transition to the Patriots marks a fresh start for the 26-year-old tackle, who seems optimistic about his development under the new coaching regime in New England. His remarks suggest a significant difference in coaching quality, which he believes will help elevate his game.
As Okorafor settles into his new role with the Patriots, it will be interesting to see how this change in coaching influences his performance on the field.
Patriots OT Chukwuma Okorafor Hints He’s Getting Better Coaching Than With Steelers
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