Terrell Watson, the definition of an afterthought as training camp began, now sees the ball on some of the game’s most critical plays. “Nightmare,” as he’s been dubbed by Mike Tomlin, has been used as the third-and-short back this season. He’s been perfect. Three third down carries. Three first downs.
His first chance came against the Chicago Bears, diving forward to convert a 3rd and 1 in the red zone. He did similar a week later against Baltimore and converted yet again in last week’s win over Kansas City. There’s nothing graceful about it.