This was the week the Pittsburgh Steelers’ rookie class became more involved in the game plan than ever, and the team was better for it. Max Iheanachor made his starting debut at right tackle, while Daylen Everette played the entire…
The Pittsburgh Steelers expanded the roles of several rookies during their Week 3 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. Offensive tackle Max Iheanachor made his starting debut at right tackle, playing all 62 offensive snaps, while cornerback Daylen Everette played the entire fourth quarter. However, the Steelers placed rookie offensive guard Gennings Dunker on injured reserve due to a knee injury.
Author Ross McCorkle evaluated the rookies' performances, awarding Iheanachor an A- grade for his pass protection and combination blocks. Wide receiver Germie Bernard received a B grade after playing 17 offensive snaps, making a red-zone catch, and executing a key downfield block. Several other rookies remained inactive for the contest.
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