NFL Position Roles - Pittsburgh Steelers

04/28/25- The Steelers drafted Kaleb Johnson in the third round of this year's draft, and he is likely set to be the early-down grinder and short-yardage RB. Jaylen Warren is likely set to resume his role, which was a change-of-pace runner with receiving work. Kenneth Gainwell and Cordarrelle Patterson will compete for depth snaps.

04/28/25- DK Metcalf was acquired via trade this offseason, and he should take on the No. 1 role in the run-heavy Pittsburgh offense. George Pickens is likely to function as the No. 2 option, which could result in a drop for the 103 targets he had in 2024. Although the Steelers don't use a high rate of three-WR sets, Calvin Austin is the favorite for the No. 3 role. Roman Wilson and Scotty Miller will likely compete for depth snaps.

04/28/25- Pat Freiermuth is the lead TE and was averaging 6 targets from Week 12 on, but he was the second option in the passing attack. With WR DK Metcalf now on the team, Freiermuth may now be the No. 3 option in the team's passing attack. The No. 2 TE is Darnell Washington, who is unlikely to see many targets..