The Pittsburgh Steelers are just a few weeks into the season and already dealing with an up-and-down start, so much so that some folks online are throwing around the “must-win” label for their upcoming Week 5 matchup against the Colts. You know it is early when that talk starts popping up, but with the forecast for that game looking like “running weather,” the stakes couldn’t be clearer for a team trying to find its identity.
Offensive Questions Swirling as Week 5 Approaches
It feels like every week there’s a new puzzle piece on offense. Last week against the Browns, Germie Bernard actually out-snapped Roman Wilson, which tells you things are still fluid in the receiver room. And now, with Michael Pittman Jr. out for the Colts game, whoever steps into that WR2 role is going to have a massive spotlight on them. It’s not just the passing game that needs sorting out, either. Jaylen Warren has been putting in serious work, racking up a lot of snaps over the last two games. The question now is how the Steelers want to split carries in Week 5. They’ve gotta figure out that backfield balance if they want to take advantage of that “running weather” forecast.
Elliott’s Return Brings a Much-Needed Defensive Shot in the Arm
While the offense is still figuring things out, there’s some serious good news on the defensive side of the ball. DeShon Elliott is back in practice, and the team has officially opened up his activation window. This is exactly what the defense needs. After an up-and-down start to the season overall, getting a player like Elliott back into the lineup could be a game-changer. His impact when he finally hits the field can’t be understated, especially when a team is trying to claw its way out of an early season funk. And hey, speaking of former players, it’s wild to think about the somewhat dramatic Joey Porter Jr./Steelers breakup. Fans were definitely frustrated with his antics, but it does make you wonder who’s out there from the past that you still root for, even if they’re not rocking the black and gold anymore.
The Steelers are heading into that “running weather” game against the Colts with a lot on the line. Getting DeShon Elliott back is huge, but they’ve got to sort out these offensive questions quickly. This Week 5 showdown could truly be a defining moment for their season, shaping whether that “up-and-down start” turns into a steady climb or something else entirely.
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Originally reported by Behind the Steel Curtain.
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