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Scouting the Pittsburgh Steelers

Overall Record: 5-4

Head Coach: Mike Tomlin (13th Season with Steelers)

  • Overall Regular Season Record: 128-70-1 (.641)
  • Playoff Record: 8-7 (Qualified for playoffs 8 times)

2019 Pittsburgh Steelers Team Roster

Steelers Team Statistics

Pittsburgh Steelers 2019 Schedule 

Last Game: Steelers 17 LA Rams 12

OFFENSE

Quarterbacks

Mason Rudolph*

The 2nd year gunslinger out of Oklahoma State takes over for the injured Ben Roethlisberger. Is slowly but surely improving and gaining confidence by the week.

Passing Yards: 1,330

  • TD Passes: 11
  • Interceptions: 4
  • Sacks: 9

Yards Rushing: 23

  • Rushing TD’s: 0

Devlin Hodges

The former Samford quarterback showed no fear when he was forced into action vs the Ravens. Did well in first NFL start vs Chargers.

Passing Yards: 200

  • TD Passes: 1
  • Interceptions: 1
  • Sacks: 0

Yards Rushing: 28

  • Rushing TD’s: 0

Ben Roethlisberger (Injured)

Out for the season with an elbow injury.

Passing Yards: 351

  • TD Passes: 0
  • Interceptions: 1
  • Sacks: 2

Yards Rushing: 7

  • Rushing TD’s: 0

 

Running Backs

James Conner*

Conner has picked it up big time the past two games he’s played. May have to shake off a little rust after missing the last pair of games.

Yards Rushing: 380

  • Rushing TD’s: 4

Receptions: 29

  • Yards Receiving: 236
  • Receiving TD’s: 2

Jaylen Samuels

Dynamic player who can play several positions. Dangerous as a pass-catcher out of the backfield.

Yards Rushing: 89

  • Rushing TD’s: 1

Receptions: 29

  • Yards Receiving: 167
  • Receiving TD’s: 0

Benny Snell, Jr. (Injured)

Yards Rushing: 118

  • Rushing TD’s: 0

Receptions: 1

  • Yards Receiving: 14
  • Receiving TD’s: 0

Trey Edmunds

Edmunds will serve as Samuel’s back-up if Conner can’t suit up.

Yards Rushing: 74

  • Rushing TD’s: 0

Receptions: 2

  • Yards Receiving: 14
  • Receiving TD’s: 0

Roosevelt Nix (Fullback) 

Yards Rushing: 0

  • Rushing TD’s: 0

Receptions: 2

  • Yards Receiving: 4
  • Receiving TD’s: 0

 

Wide Receivers

Juju Smith-Schuster*

Smith-Schuster is set to prove he is a true No.1 receiver for the Steelers, but now has two fumbles that have cost the team two probable wins.

Receptions: 36

  • Receiving Yards: 44503
  • Receiving TD’s: 3

Diontae Johnson*

Talented rookie who makes the most of every reception. Blessed with wicked moves in open space.

Receptions: 30

  • Receiving Yards: 363
  • Receiving TD’s: 3

James Washington 

He was ready to have a breakout season and establish himself as a big-time playmaker in the NFL. So far, not going anywhere as expected.

Receptions: 20

  • Receiving Yards: 320
  • Receiving TD’s: 1

Ryan Switzer (Injured)

Sparingly used with Big Ben out. Will return punts and kicks.

Receptions: 8

  • Receiving Yards: 27
  • Receiving TD’s: 0

Johnny Holton

Steelers deep threat, but has yet to record a catch.

Receptions: 0

  • Receiving Yards: 0
  • Receiving TD’s: 0

 

Tight Ends

Vance McDonald*

The Vanimal, when unleashed, is a sight to see. He could be a major part of offense if utilized correctly and if he stays healthy.

Receptions: 25

  • Receiving Yards: 187
  • Receiving TD’s: 2

Nate Vannett

The Ohio State product was acquired from the Seahawks earlier this season.

Receptions: 5

  • Receiving Yards: 56
  • Receiving TD’s: 0

*Denotes Starter

 

OFFENSIVE LINE

Left Tackle: Alejandro Villanueva

Left Guard: B.J. Finney/Ramon Foster

Center: Maurkice Pouncey

Right Guard: David DeCastro

Right Tackle: Matt Feiler

 

DEFENSE (Base 3-4)

Defensive End: Cam Heyward

Defensive Tackle: Javon Hargrave/Dan McCullers

Defensive End: Tyson Alualu

Left OLB: T.J. Watt

Left MLB: Devin Bush/Mark Baron

Right MLB: Vince Willams

Right OLB: Bud Dupree

Cornerback: Joe Haden

Strong Safety: Terrell Edmunds

Free Safety: Minkah Fitzpatrick

Cornerback: Steven Nelson/Artie Burns

Nickle: Mike Hilton/Cameron Sutton

 

SPECIAL TEAMS

Placekicker

Chris Boswell

Extra Points: 19-19

FG: 18-19

  • 0-19: 1-1 / 20-29:  6-6 / 30-39: 4-4 / 40-49:  6-6 / 50+:  1-2
  • Long: 51

Punter

Jordan Berry

Yards per Punt: 46.1

 

Kickoff Returners

Ryan Switzer

Yards per Kickoff Return: 18.4

  • Return TD’s: 0

Johnny Holton

Yards per Kickoff Return: 18.3

  • Return TD’s: 0

 

Punt Returner

Ryan Switzer

Yards per Kickoff Return: 3.6

  • Return TD’s: 0