Every week we try to give you a list of guys who we either expect to have a big game or players who need to have a big game for the Pittsburgh Steelers. This week the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the Indianapolis Colts and despite similar record, Pittsburgh is going to have its work cut out for itself and these are the five guys to watch.
QB Kenny Pickett
Too obvious? Maybe but this week is a “put up or shut up” game for Pickett. The Colts are solid against the run but struggle to defend the pass. It’s a perfect opportunity for Pickett to take control of the Steelers passing offense.
RB Anthony McFarland Jr.
With Jaylen Warren out, how much will the Steelers adjust the carries at running back? It’s a safe bet that Najee Harris will get the bulk of the touches but we want to see how McFarland steps up when given the chance after losing his spot on the depth chart to an undrafted rookie.
LB Devin Bush
Indianapolis is going to work hard to establish the run. A big part of Colts running back Johnathan Taylor’s game is speed and Devin Bush might be the only defender who can run with him among the front seven.
CB Levi Wallace
Pittsburgh will once again be minus Ahkello Witherspoon and William Jackson so it will be Levi Wallace opposite Cameron Sutton in the starting lineup. Wallace has three interceptions which is tied for the best on the team.
WR Steven Sims
Wide receiver Steven Sims has been a breath of fresh air in the return game but we want to see him utilized more on offense with that burst and quickness.
