The news of veteran interior offensive lineman Nate Herbig’s shoulder injury being a season-ending one was a tough blow for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Herbig, who signed a two-year deal as a free agent ahead of the 2023 season, was viewed as good, versatile depth to have in the trenches last season. This season, he was vying for the starting center position with rookie Zach Frazier.
But, his injury puts him on the shelf for the season and opens the door for the Frazier Era to start for the Black and Gold earlier than many expected.