The Pittsburgh Steelers’ run defense took a big blow with Derrick Harmon heading to the IR recently. The second-year defender was in the midst of a solid stretch of play, and was one of Pittsburgh’s most important players in terms…
Jake Brockhoff of Steelers Depot argues that rookie defensive lineman Gabriel Rubio is the best choice to replace injured run-stopper Derrick Harmon. Harmon was recently placed on injured reserve and is set to miss at least four games, creating a critical void in the Pittsburgh Steelers' defensive front alongside injury concerns for Yahya Black.
Brockhoff evaluates three potential options: practice squad lineman Esezi Otomewo, undrafted rookie Kevin Jobity Jr., and sixth-round draft pick Rubio. While Otomewo possesses NFL experience and Jobity showed pass-rushing ability in preseason, the writer believes Rubio's size, physicality, and run-stuffing traits make him the most logical fit.
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