A new analysis reviews the run and pass blocking performance of Pittsburgh Steelers fullback Riley Nowakowski based on his 2025 college season at Indiana.
Nowakowski played mostly at tight end last season with 474 snaps in that alignment. He recorded far fewer snaps at other positions including 18 at fullback.
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Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker Nick Herbig enters the final year of his contract amid trade speculation. FOX Sports analyst Ralph Vacchiano proposed sending him to the San Francisco 49ers for draft picks, while beat writers predict he may depart after 2026. Post-Gazette reporters offered differing views on potential deals involving the team's edge rushers.
The Pittsburgh Steelers drafted fullback Riley Nowakowski from Indiana in the fifth round, pick 169, of the 2026 NFL Draft. The team traded down to acquire the versatile player, who is expected to serve primarily as a fullback with roles on offense and special teams. Running backs coach Ramon Chinyoung expressed excitement about working with him as a lead blocker.
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Fifth-round pick Riley Nowakowski has been lining up at fullback, tight end and in the slot during Pittsburgh Steelers organized team activities.
Pittsburgh Steelers beat writer Mark Kaboly has expressed strong opposition to shifting offensive tackle Troy Fautanu to guard. Kaboly said the team should keep Fautanu at right tackle where he proved effective last season.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers added 10 rookies in the 2026 NFL Draft and six undrafted free agents, including players at tight end and inside linebacker. Despite these moves, the team could seek veteran upgrades at those positions before training camp. Roster spots remain fluid as the Steelers aim to bolster depth.
Jahvaree Ritzie, an undrafted defensive lineman, is positioned at the back of a deep Pittsburgh Steelers depth chart heading into the 2026 offseason.
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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Will Howard is expected to receive a more thorough evaluation than rookie Drew Allar by next spring, according to beat writer Ray Fittipaldo. The assessment comes after the team drafted Allar in 2026 while retaining Howard, who was selected in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft.