Steelers' skill-position players ranked 21st by ESPN ahead of training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
ESPN has ranked the Pittsburgh Steelers' skill-position talent at 21st, placing them in the bottom half of the NFL. Despite being perceived as having a top-five offensive unit on paper, Steelers wide receivers, tight ends, and running backs face skepticism regarding their explosiveness. Bill Barnwell cites issues with creating big plays but acknowledges key players like Jaylen Warren and Pat Freiermuth. As training camp approaches in late July, the Steelers will look to silence doubts about their revamped offense.
- •Steelers receive a low skill-position ranking from ESPN.
- •Bill Barnwell notes skepticism about the offense's explosiveness.
- •Key players include Jaylen Warren and Pat Freiermuth.
- •Training camp is scheduled to begin in late July.
- •Offensive unit is seen as the most complete in years.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers' wide receivers, tight ends, running backs disrespected in new ESPN ranking
"The Pittsburgh Steelers have been completely disrespected in ESPN's new NFL skill-position ranking.
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