The Steelers rushed for 295 yards on 69 attempts this preseason, though the bulk of that favored late-game rushing efforts. Jaylen Warren barely played, and Kenneth Gainwell didn’t play much more. Kaleb Johnson saw the most playing time of those who will make the roster, and improved in each game. On the whole, though, it’s hard to feel great about this team’s ability to run the ball.
Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette certainly doesn’t. Discussing the Steelers’ run game on 93.7 The Fan on Friday, he expressed concern that patience will be required.