When the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the Indianapolis Colts, they will still have a one-two punch at running back, but slightly different than the one they are used to. Jaylen Warren was ruled out with a knee injury, so Cordarrelle Patterson figures to play a larger role on offense.
Initially brought in to be a kick return specialist, the new kick return rule hasn’t played out how many were hoping. Most NFL teams are opting to forgo the new rule and kick the ball through the back of the end zone for a 30-yard touchback. Patterson told the media on Friday that he “wouldn’t kick it to me, either.