4 Steelers on the roster bubble after the first preseason game
Several members of the Pittsburgh Steelers stood out in Thursday night's preseason game but some did it for all the wrong reasons.
In the Pittsburgh Steelers' first preseason game against the Green Bay Packers, several players found themselves on the roster bubble with just two games remaining. Running back Kaleb Johnson, a former third-round pick, received little playing time and is now seen as the team's fifth running back. Johnson's struggles in adjusting to the NFL have negatively impacted his chances.
Quarterback Will Howard did not perform poorly, but with Mason Rudolph and rookie Drew Allar also struggling, his future remains uncertain. Linebacker Carson Bruener underwhelmed the Steelers, and his defensive value is questionable, especially since the special teams were lacking under his leadership. Lastly, offensive tackle Dylan Cook's performance was lackluster despite being the team's best offensive tackle for the offseason.
With two more preseason games left, it remains to be seen which of these players will make the final cut.
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