The Pittsburgh Steelers are facing a receiver shakeup as they head into Week 6 against the Cleveland Browns. Wide receiver Calvin Austin III will be sidelined due to a shoulder injury, leaving a void in the Steelers' offensive lineup. But don't worry, the Steelers are ready to adapt! This situation presents an opportunity for other players to step up and shine.
With Austin out, the Steelers will be looking towards players like Roman Wilson and Scotty Miller to fill the gap. Coach Mike Tomlin emphasized that it's not about replacing, but rather, about elevating the roles of players already on the team. He's excited to see how Wilson and Miller perform with increased opportunities. "One man's misfortune is another man's opportunity," he noted, highlighting the dynamic nature of a football season.
Scotty Miller is ready to seize his moment. He's prepared for whatever comes his way, understanding that opportunities can arise unexpectedly. Miller, in his seventh year, has experience in various situations, including his time with Tampa and Atlanta. He knows that injuries and unforeseen circumstances are part of the game and that being ready is key to getting more chances. He is eager to make an impact, especially since he hasn't had any receptions this season.
Additionally, the Steelers have promoted receiver Ke'Shawn Williams from the practice squad to the active roster. Williams, an undrafted free agent, brings experience from his college career, where he played in 59 games, starting 11. He accumulated 2,640 all-purpose yards, including 1,833 receiving yards. In his final season at Indiana, he had 39 receptions for 448 yards and 5 touchdowns. Williams previously played four seasons at Wake Forest before transferring to Indiana.
Here's the complete list of inactives for both teams:
Steelers Inactives:
- No. 19 WR Calvin Austin III
- No. 21 S Chuck Clark
- No. 71 G Andrus Peat
- No. 91 DL Logan Lee
- No. 98 DE DeMarvin Leal
Browns Inactives:
- No. 20 CB Jarrick Bernard-Converse
- No. 35 RB Raheim Sanders
- No. 51 DT Mike Hall Jr.
- No. 64 T Thayer Munford Jr.
- No. 70 G Zak Zinter
- No. 71 T Cornelius Lucas
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But here's where it gets controversial...
Do you think the Steelers have enough depth at the receiver position to overcome Austin's absence? Will Wilson and Miller step up and make a significant impact? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
