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Rico Dowdle aims for third straight 1,000-yard season with Steelers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 10:08 AM

Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Rico Dowdle aims for third straight 1,000-yard season with Steelers

Summary

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle joins the team on a one-year deal as they prepare for the 2026 season. Dowdle is coming off back-to-back 1,000-yard rushing seasons with the Dallas Cowboys in 2024 and the Carolina Panthers in 2025. He could make history by becoming the first running back to achieve three 1,000-yard seasons with three different franchises. As training camp approaches, Dowdle is likely to share carries with Jaylen Warren, positioning the Steelers for a potent running game.

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Key Details

•Dowdle signed a one-year deal with the Steelers this offseason.
•He previously rushed for 1,000 yards with two teams in consecutive seasons.
•Dowdle is expected to split carries with Jaylen Warren in the upcoming season.
•He has a chance to set a new NFL record for rushing seasons.

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10:08 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers roster spotlight: Can Rico Dowdle make history in Pittsburgh?

What they're saying

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As the Pittsburgh Steelers move closer to the 2026 season, we’re taking a closer look at every player on the roster, with RB Rico Dowdle up next.
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