There are only two players who touch the ball on every single play of a football game — the center and the quarterback. A center’s added responsibilities go beyond just snapping the football. They have to be the primary communicator along the offensive line, which carries a requisite level of football IQ to be effective. That’s what makes the injury to C Zach Frazier so concerning. Ryan McCollum, who has only made one career start, will be filling in for Frazier.
According to Najee Harris, the team isn’t “really tripping” about McCollum being scheduled to start.
“He’s been good, he’s very, very smart,” said Harris in a video posted by Steelers Live on X.