The Pittsburgh Steelers have been fighting to reclaim their identity throughout the season. A reach for veteran expertise during the offseason and a focused NFL Draft were proactive steps taken by general manager Omar Khan to ensure long-term success.
Early returns were uneven. But football seasons aren’t defined in September—they’re remembered in December. And in a must-win Week 16 matchup against the Detroit Lions, the Steelers finally looked like themselves again.
That rediscovered identity came riding on the shoulders of their running backs.
Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell didn’t just contribute against Detroit—they carried the offense outright.