Steelers News Roundup: Wilson Praises Fields, Watt Absent from OTAs, CBs Ranked Low

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02/06/2024 19h40

In today's edition of Terrible Towel Tales, we bring you the latest buzz surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers. From high praises for rookie Justin Fields to the absence of T.J. Watt during OTAs, and the rankings of the Steelers' cornerbacks, there's plenty to dive into.

Russell Wilson, the Seattle Seahawks quarterback, expressed his admiration for Justin Fields potentially playing a versatile role for the Steelers. Wilson acknowledged Fields' immense talent and dynamic abilities, which could strike fear in opposing defenses if given the chance. Wilson's comments surfaced during an interview with the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.

Meanwhile, T.J. Watt, one of the Steelers' star players, was noticeably absent from offseason activities. This allowed linebacker Nick Herbig to take full advantage of the extra reps during the second week of practices. Despite the vast difference in experience, with Watt boasting significantly more snaps and sacks, Herbig embraced the opportunity to improve his skills and faced off against Broderick Jones.

In ESPN's positional rankings, Mike Clay placed the Steelers' cornerbacks in the bottom tier, specifically at the 27th spot. This assessment reflects the noticeable drop in performance after the top performers, Porter and Jackson. However, there is a glimmer of hope for the Steelers, as they anticipate the return of Patrick Peterson and potentially Cameron Sutton to bolster their cornerback unit. If this materializes, it could completely transform the dynamics of the Steelers' cornerback room.

Fans are eagerly awaiting further developments regarding the potential multi-dimensional role for Fields, Watt's return to the team, and the strengthened cornerback lineup. As the Steelers continue their offseason preparations, these storylines are sure to captivate the attention of football enthusiasts.

Stay tuned for more updates on the Pittsburgh Steelers as we bring you the latest news and developments from Terrible Towel Tales.

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