Looking ahead at 5 big Steelers training camp position battles
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The Pittsburgh Steelers' training camp begins in a month, and five position battles are shaping up as must-watch competitions. The team faces questions at multiple positions heading into the offseason, with several veterans and prospects competing for roster spots and starting roles. These contests will help determine the Steelers' depth chart and overall competitive readiness for the upcoming season. The article previews which matchups matter most and what each battle could reveal about the team's direction.
As the Pittsburgh Steelers roster currently sits, several positions are thin where the starter is established and there isn't much behind them, several spots are much deeper and we are looking forward to some big positional battles when the team gets together at training camp. Here are five of our favorites to watch.
Cornerback
Asante Samuel Jr. vs Daylen Everett
We went into mincamp assuming the No. 2 outside cornerback on either side would be Asante Samuel Jr. but the rookie Daylen Everett has come on strong and will put him for reps in camp.
Right guard
Spencer Anderson vs Brock Hoffman vs Gennings Dunker
Right now, the veteran Anderson has the starting right guard job but we are rooting for the rookie Gennings Dunker to come on strong in camp and take the starting job before the start of the regular season.
Right tackle
Dylan Cook vs Max Iheanachor
We haven't heard much from first-round pick Max Iheanachor but Dylan Cook seems to have settled in at right guard.
Wide receiver
Germie Bernard vs Roman Wilson
Bernard has wowed at minicamp as a rookie and Roman Wilson is fighting for redemption after a rough start to his career.
Running back
Jaylen Warren vs Rico Dowdle
Warren is the incumbent but we don't think new head coach Mike McCarthy cares about that after bringing in Dowdle, who has played for him before.
This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: Looking ahead at 5 big Steelers training camp position battles