The question was a basic one, often asked of athletes before a season.
When it was posed to JuJu Smith-Schuster during a zoom interview following Wednesday's OTA session, his answer was short and to the point.
What is the biggest goal for yourself this year?
"Playing more outside," said Smith-Schuster. "Simple as that."
Smith-Schuster wasn't talking about just spending time in the great outdoors, like many have tried to do this year more than ever.
No, he was talking about lining up outside in the Steelers offense, a change from the slot position he has played his first four seasons with the Steelers.
"Being able to play outside, you are adding more to your craft," said Smith-Schuster, who said he can be a security blanket for Roethlisberger no matter where he lines up. "When you look at Year 2, probably the best year I have had as a Pittsburgh Steeler, I played more outside than inside. Having another threat player on the other side with Ben (Roethlisberger). I think we have threat players all the way around.
"I haven't even had a conversation with (offensive coordinator) Matt (Canada) about me playing outside, but through OTAs there's been plays where he has put me outside, put me in the best situation getting the ball outside. It's not just me, that's all of us. Everyone is getting a little bit of a touch, moving around, knowing this offense. I think this offense is going to help us out a lot, being able to open up holes for Najee (Harris), being able to open plays and balls down the field. I really believe in this offense."
Wherever he lines up, Smith-Schuster will be a key component for the Steelers offense this season. He signed a one-year contract to return for the 2021 season, opting to stay 'home' rather than go elsewhere this year.
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