Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster was likely exceeding all expectations through his first-seven weeks. He had taken most of the slot reps from fellow receiver Eli Rogers, and was even beginning to steal some snaps on the outside from Martavis Bryant.
Bryant’s demotion to scout team following an ill-advised social media tirade last week opened a huge door for Smith-Schuster, as he would be the No. 2 receiver opposite future legend Antonio Brown. It was up to the 20-year-old rookie, however, to embrace the opportunity.
He did.