15 Steelers not playing in preseason opener vs Jaguars
On offense, defense, and special teams, here are the 15 Steelers who won't be playing in the preseason opener on August 9.
QB Aaron Rodgers
WR DK Metcalf
TE Jonnu Smith
TE Pat Freiermuth
LG Isaac Seumalo
RB Jaylen Warren
CB Joey Porter Jr.
CB Darius Slay
CB Jalen Ramsey
S DeShon Elliott
LB Patrick Queen
DT Cam Heyward
OLB T.J. Watt
OLB Nick Herbig
K Chris Boswell
Surprisingly enough, HC Mike Tomlin confirmed both of the Steelers' punters — Cameron Johnston and Corliss Waitman — will play vs. the Jaguars, a clear sign of a brewing positional battle for fans to keep an eye on.
Fans can watch the preseason action unfold on August 9 at 7:00 PM EST, when the Pittsburgh Steelers travel on the road to face the Jacksonville Jaguars — a first glimpse at what's in store this season, with plenty of exciting storylines to pay close attention to.
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This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: Steelers holding out 15 players vs Jaguars in preseason opener
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