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Steelers RB Room Deepening | Pittsburgh Steelers News

Jul 1, 2026 · 2 min

Steelers surprise fans by drafting Rico Dowdle to pair with Jaylen Warren, creating a dynamic, deep backfield that could redefine their rushing attack. Dowdle, a McCarthy protégé with proven pass-catching ability and big-play potential, brings elite versatility after a standout 2025 performance against his old team. Warren, a veteran blocker and receiver, complements him perfectly with his smarts and big-play instincts. Meanwhile, rookies Kaleb Johnson and Navy standout Eli Heidenreich are poised to contribute, giving the Steelers a balanced, future-ready running game that keeps veterans fresh and young players developing.

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