The Pittsburgh Steelers recently concluded first week of 2019 OTA practices included running backs James Conner and Jaylen Samuels sharing the backfield together on some plays. Samuels was then asked about him and Conner possibly sharing the Steelers backfield at times during the 2019 season and the second-year player indicated that he belives such instances could prove to be extremely impactful.
“I think that could be kind of special with me and [Conner] in the backfield,” Samuels said. “Me and him in the game, period. We’re just building on from that right now… He’s more of a runner and a catcher, as well, but I can get outside and run routes, as well.