Anthony McFarland’s Earned More Playing Time, Tomlin Says

Anthony McFarland certainly made a positive impression in his first NFL action. He carried the ball six times for 42 yards, highlighted by a 20 yard scamper, and caught a screen for a seven yard pickup (if you’ve seen the Steelers try to run screens this year, you know that’s a big deal). To Mike Tomlin, it’s a no-brainer to get him on the field more often. During his Tuesday evening presser, Tomlin said McFarland’s earned more playing time.

“He has merited more playing time,” Tomlin said via the team’s Youtube channel. “He’s had some really good practices. This is difficult environment for young guys to establish themselves and get the type of feel that you you’re willing to play them and…