In just a few hours, members of the rookie draft class for the Pittsburgh Steelers will make their NFL debuts at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Bay, kick-starting what many hope is long, successful careers in the Black and Gold.
Though none of the rookies are expected to “start” Friday night against the Buccaneers, all — with the possible exception of OLB Nick Herbig, who has been nursing a minor hip injury — should see ample playing time in their first game as members of the Steelers. All eyes will be on the rookies, who have had strong training camps to date.