Steelers RB Kaleb Johnson struggles in preseason opener against Packers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 4:46 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026

In the Steelers' preseason opener against the Green Bay Packers on August 13, Kaleb Johnson saw limited action. He finished with two carries for three yards and did not record any offensive snaps in the first half. Travis Homer led the depth chart at running back, suggesting Johnson's standing may be at risk heading into the regular season. With Rico Dowdle and Jaylen Warren absent from the game, Johnson's role as RB5 in the rotation raises concerns about his future with the team.
- •Kaleb Johnson had zero offensive snaps in the first half.
- •Johnson finished with two carries for three yards.
- •Travis Homer took first-team reps at running back.
- •Rico Dowdle and Jaylen Warren did not play in the opener.
- •Johnson was RB5 on the depth chart during the game.
- 4:46 PMYahoo Sports — The Morning After: Writing is on the wall for Steelers RB Kaleb Johnson
"Takeaways from the morning after the Steelers’ preseason opener.
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