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Danny Smith Says Punter Battle Was Tight, Praises Jordan Berry’s Professionalism

End to end, the battle to be the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2021 punter was a close one. Heading into roster cutdowns, it was unclear which direction the team planned to go. Stick with veteran Jordan Berry or opt for rookie Pressley Harvin III. Ultimately, it went in Harvin’s favor, beating out Berry, but speaking to reporters Wednesday, special teams coordinator Danny Smith noted how close the fight was.

That video comes courtesy of ESPN’s Brooke Pryor.

Danny Smith said the punting competition between Jordan Berry and Pressley Harvin was incredibly tight.

Of Berry, he said: “he punted better than he ever has.