The best ability is availability. And that’s not always injury-related. Physical fitness and conditioning is the foundation of any player’s success. In a world where even offensive linemen need to be great athletes and light on their feet, if you don’t have the stamina to get through a practice, you won’t be ready to handle an entire game. Conditioning isn’t a concern for Pittsburgh Steelers first round pick Troy Fautanu, praised by Mike Tomlin following Saturday’s practice.
“He’s in very good condition relative to his position,” Tomlin said via Steelers.com’s Dale Lolley in his Day Two recap.