Traditionally, NFL players have a designated position where they line up on a routine basis. However, the league is valuing versatility now more than ever, desiring receivers that can play inside and out, as well as defensive backs that can line up on an island near the boundary or in the slot. Other players have become position versatile like 49ers WR Deebo Samuel, who will line up at running back at times while also playing his traditional wide receiver position.
Pittsburgh may not have that caliber of player like Samuel who can seamlessly play multiple positions on offense at a high level, but the team has added more versatile playmakers over the past few seasons.