With just days to go until the 2020 NFL draft, we are going to go through all of the Steelers positional units to review the current state of the roster, gauge draft needs, and talk about some approaches to addressing the need.
Next up, we have the running backs.
Roster
The Steelers currently have four running backs on their roster. James Conner is the most well-known name among the group. Fans love him because he’s a hometown guy, and his victorious battle with cancer is an inspirational backstory everyone admires him for. Who wouldn’t want to see him succeed? When healthy, Conner is a dynamic runner with the versatility to excel as a pass-catcher.
The backups on the roster are Benny Snell, Jr., Jaylen Samuels, and Kerrith Whyte. The overall offense was dreadful in 2019, including one of the worst seasons the offensive line has experienced in recent years. However, a great running back can adjust and still grind out yards. In Conner’s absence, none of the reserves really shined.