Robert Woods signed a $2 million contract with the Steelers, but few still believe his roster spot is secure. Mark Kaboly does, but not for his play. The sports writer argued recently that Woods is inside the roster bubble as the token “veteran leader” Mike Tomlin loves.
“As for Robert Woods, he’s your one true veteran on the team behind [DK] Metcalf”, Kaboly said on 93.7 The Fan on Wednesday. “And, God forbid something happens to Metcalf, [Mike] Tomlin historically likes to keep that veteran around just to have veteran leadership in the room, so if Metcalf gets hurt.