Steelers consider Lew Nichols for 53-man roster ahead of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 8:06 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
As the Pittsburgh Steelers prepare for the 2026 NFL season, they are evaluating all roster players, including running back Lew Nichols. Although Nichols has shown promise in training camp and preseason, he may not secure a spot on the initial 53-man roster for the second consecutive year. The Steelers listed him as RB4 on their depth chart, indicating his potential utility on special teams and as a depth option. The decision on his roster spot will be influenced by the team's choice to retain up to three running backs.
- •Nichols joined the Steelers in July 2025 after stints with the Packers and Eagles.
- •He made his NFL debut in Week 9 against the Colts as a special teams player.
- •The Steelers may keep only three running backs, complicating Nichols' chances.
- 8:06 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers roster spotlight: Can Lew Nichols make the 53-man roster?
"As the Pittsburgh Steelers move closer to the 2026 season, we’re taking a closer look at every player on the roster, with RB Lew Nichols up next.
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