Nathan Jahnke· Oct 25, 2026
Jahnke expects Jaylen Warren to remain the Steelers' lead back ahead of Rico Dowdle even once Dowdle is fully healthy, with the snap split staying roughly the same. He also notes Jordyn Tyson could return for New Orleans in Week 9, further squeezing the tight ends and the fourth receiver.
“it's safe to assume the snap rate between the two running backs should remain similar even when Dowdle is 100%, just because of how well Warren is playing”
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- Availability CallsJordyn TysonNew Orleans SaintsOct 25, 2026
“However, Jordyn Tyson could be back for New Orleans' next game in Week 9, which could push Brown further down the depth chart.”
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Jaylen Warren to be 1st on the depth chart
“Even though Dowdle was questionable for this game, it's safe to assume the snap rate between the two running backs should remain similar even when Dowdle is 100%, just because of how well Warren is playing.”
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- Depth Chart CallsRico DowdlePittsburgh SteelersOct 25, 2026
Rico Dowdle to be 2nd on the depth chart
“Jaylen Warren leads, but doesn't dominate, Steelers' backfield ... Warren remains a must-start option, while Dowdle will be a very risky option going forward”
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