Steelers camp observations: Kwon Alexander suits up, Cole Holcomb steps up and more
1 year, 4 months ago

Steelers camp observations: Kwon Alexander suits up, Cole Holcomb steps up and more

New York Times  

LATROBE, Pa. — If you were hoping for hints about how Kwon Alexander fits into the Steelers’ remade inside linebackers group, Sunday’s practice provided little clarity. Alexander said he is “very confident’ in his ability to play on all three downs and be matched up against tight ends and running backs in the Steelers’ man-heavy scheme. “But in environments like this man, we don’t always have immediate, immediate answers in that regard.” The Steelers came into training camp with the opportunity to expand the effective three-safety package they used last year. Asked whether the Steelers could add a fullback, Tomlin said, “We’ll go into our off day and look at the totality of what our needs are and make appropriate decisions from there.” 8.

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Steelers WR George Pickens returns to practice, hopeful to play against Chiefs
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New York Times  

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New York Times  

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New York Times  

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