Just under a week ago, the Pittsburgh Steelers made a big move following final roster cuts, adding veteran cornerback Desmond King on a one-year deal after the veteran was cut by the Houston Texans.
At first glance, it’s pretty clear that King should have a sizable role for the Black and Gold at slot corner, a position he’s played 2,782 snaps at in his career. Along with his role in the slot, King is good depth to have on the outside, too, having played 1,317 snaps at outside corner in his career as well.
Yet, in the days leading up to Sunday’s season opener against the San Francisco 49ers at Acrisure Stadium, Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin stated to reporters Tuesday during his weekly press conference that he’s still in the getting-to-know phase with King and that there’s no real answer to his role just yet.