Mike Tomlin often discusses the second-year jump that is expected from players as they mature beyond their rookie season. For one, they have the experience of a full NFL season under their belt. There is a better understanding of the speed of the game and what is required of their bodies for a 17-plus game season. Broderick Jones, at least in a limited sample size during the three preseason games, does not appear to be making that jump.
With a three-year incumbent starter at left tackle in Dan Moore Jr. and a rookie first-round pick in Troy Fautanu competing for right tackle, one Steelers insider believes Jones could end up being the odd man out.