NFL Position Roles - Pittsburgh Steelers

12/10/25: (Last 4 weeks) Kenneth Gainwell leads the Steelers’ rushing rotation with a 52% snap share, averaging 7 rushes and 6 targets per game while handling 43% of Pittsburgh’s red-zone rushing attempts. Jaylen Warren is heavily involved as well, playing 45% of snaps with 12 rushes and 2 targets per game and 26% of the red-zone carries. In addition, Kaleb Johnson sees a small role at 9% of snaps, averaging 3 rushes per game with 0 targets and 13% of the team’s red-zone rushing work.

12/10/25: (Last 4 weeks) DK Metcalf headlines the receiver room with an 85% snap share, 8 targets per game and 18% of Pittsburgh’s red-zone targets. Calvin Austin adds a 38% snap rate with 3 targets per game and no red-zone usage, while Roman Wilson is on the field for 42% of snaps with 2 targets per game and 9% of the red-zone looks. Adam Thielen chips in across one game with a 48% snap share, 1 target (1 per game) and 9% of red-zone targets in that appearance.

12/10/25: (Last 4 weeks) Darnell Washington leads the tight ends with a 62% snap share, averaging 3 targets per game and 0% of Pittsburgh’s red-zone targets; Washington left the Week 14 game with a concussion. Jonnu Smith is close behind, playing 52% of snaps with 2 targets per game and 9% of red-zone looks, while Pat Freiermuth logs a 48% snap rate with 2 targets per game and 14% of the team’s red-zone opportunities.