Insider Gerry Dulac from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette suggests that the Pittsburgh Steelers may not view Jaylen Warren as their starting running back in 2025, despite fans' hopes for him to step into the role vacated by Najee Harris. Dulac highlighted that Warren's status as the lead back could be contingent on the team's upcoming selection in the 2025 NFL Draft, indicating a potential shift in the team's running back strategy.
With Warren and newly acquired Kenneth Gainwell in the mix, the Steelers are anticipated to assess their running back options closely, considering the significant workload left by Harris. The team appears open to letting the competition for the starting running back position unfold during offseason activities and possibly the preseason, as they evaluate who will best fill Harris' shoes in the upcoming season.