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Steelers’ Initial Depth Chart Sets Stage for Rookie-Veteran Competitions

Training camp performances have reshaped early depth-chart roles around Howard, Harmon, Wilson ahead of the preseason opener

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Overview

  • The Steelers published their first 2025 depth chart on August 5, naming rookie QB Will Howard as the primary backup over veteran Skylar Thompson behind Aaron Rodgers.
  • First-round pick Derrick Harmon earned starting duties at defensive end in base packages and is vying with veteran Keeanu Benton for sub-package snaps.
  • After missing most of his rookie season through injury, receiver Roman Wilson delivered tough catches and won one-on-one drills and has drawn first-team reps in three-wide sets.
  • Rookie running back Kaleb Johnson sits third on the depth chart behind Jaylen Warren and Kenny Gainwell but has frequently outpaced both veterans in camp work.
  • Coach Mike Tomlin emphasized that the initial chart is provisional and said practice and live preseason reps will ultimately decide final 53-man roster spots before the August 9 game in Jacksonville.