![]() Adams and Ogunjobi both carry several years of NFL experience with them as they join the locker room, while rookie DeMarvin Leal carries some high expectations as Pittsburgh’s third-round draft pick this year. The Steelers defensive line will continue to feature star Cam Heyward, while adding some new talent from around the league. Their veteran offensive line and talented tight ends will look to make Trubisky and Pickett’s jobs easier this season.ĭefensive line – Cameron Heyward, Tyson Alualu, Chris Wormley, Isaiahh Loudermilk, Montravius Adams, Larry Ogunjobi, DeMarvin Leal Hassenauer, Kendrick Green, Dan Moore Jr., Mason Cole, James Daniels, Jesse Davisįive linemen return for the Steelers from last years’ Week 1 roster, with three new veteran faces joining them in center Mason Cole and guards James Daniels and Jesse Davis. Offensive line – Kevin Dotson, Chukwuma Okorafor, J.C. With experience behind him from last year, Freiermuth is likely to carry the majority of the load with Heyward making an impact when called upon. Tight ends – Pat Freiermuth(R), Zach Gentry(R), Connor Heywardįreiermuth and Gentry both return for this season, and will be joined by rookie Connor Heyward who they drafted in the sixth round of the 2022 NFL Draft. One of the biggest additions has been the hype building around Pickens as a rookie, with flashes of his toughness and ability showing themselves throughout preseason. Last season, the Steelers carried just five receivers into the start of the regular season - now bringing seven this season. Smith-Schuster, McCloud and Washington are all gone from the locker room, but in their place is a handful of promising players. Wide receivers – Diontae Johnson, Chase Claypool, Miles Boykin, George Pickens, Calvin Austin III, Steven Sims, Gunner Olszewski ![]() ![]() Jaylen Warren went undrafted this year but still fought his way onto the Pittsburgh roster, rounding out a solid running back room. Derek Watt returns as well, and will likely continue to be an impact player on the offense in a more traditional fullback position. Snell made the cut last season as well and could be positioned as the second option at running back behind Harris. Running backs – Najee Harris, Derek Watt (FB), Benny Snell Jr., Jaylen Warren Although it’s unclear who is the actual starter as of yet, the Steelers have expressed that they are not in any hurry to reveal their decision outside of the organization until they need to. Rudolph is the only player with experience in the Steelers’ system still in the quarterback room, but Trubisky and Pickett are poised to be potential starters this season. Quarterbacks – Mason Rudolph, Kenny Pickett, Mitch Trubisky This season, multiple questions surround their offense without Roethlisberger and who will step in as the leader of the offense. The Steelers finished 2021 with a 9-7-1 record, eventually losing in the Wild Card round of the playoffs. Diontae Johnson and Chase Claypool are the only receivers returning who were on the roster for Week 1 of last season.ĬLICK HERE to subscribe for FREE to the On3 YouTube channel Steelers finalize 2022 53-man roster In their place are five brand-new receivers, including rookie George Pickens. Pickett was selected by the Steelers with the 20th overall pick of this year’s draft, while Trubisky was brought in as a veteran option while Pickett grows into the job.Īdditionally, Pittsburgh no longer will have receivers JuJu Smith-Schuster, Ray-Ray McCloud and James Washington. Pittsburgh parted ways with long-time quarterback Ben Roethlisberger via retirement, opening the door for a quarterback competition between last year’s backup - Mason Rudolph - and incoming quarterbacks Mitch Trubisky and Kenny Pickett. The Steelers have 30 returning players who were on their initial 53-man roster from this time last season, with the majority of their overhaul coming on the offensive side of the ball. NFL footage © NFL Productions LLC.The Pittsburgh Steelers have finalized their 53-man roster for the 2022 NFL season, and there are plenty of new faces who earned a spot. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated.
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