If you had to describe a fullback, I can’t think of a better phrase than what’s in the headline. And I can’t think of a better fit for the Pittsburgh Steelers’ offense than Roosevelt Nix. He’s an old-school player at a position going the way of the dinosaur. But that’s a testament to how good Nix has been as both a special teamer and a fullback. He discussed his mindset of the position speaking with the media yesterday.
“It’s football,” Nix said per the team website. “Everybody hits. I think everyone gets ready in their own way.