Jul 27, 2024; Latrobe, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields participates in drills during training camp at Saint Vincent College. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-USA TODAY Sports
On Friday night the Pittsburgh Steelers will kick off their preseason by welcoming the Houston Texans to Acrisure Stadium. The Texans blew out the Steelers 30-6 last season but this game isn't about payback. It's about player evaluation.
The Steelers have a ton of new pieces on both sides of the football and with the bulk of the roster spots locked out, there might not be a ton of roster battles but the fights to see who starts where and how the depth charts play out will be something to keep an eye on.
Knowing the first preseason game of the year isn't about playing too many starters, here is our prediction for the first-team offense against the Texans this week.
Quarterback - Justin Fields
Jul 28, 2024; Latrobe, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields (2) is pressured by safety DeShon Elliott (25) during training camp at Saint Vincent College. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-USA TODAY Sports
Running back - Jaylen Warren
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 6: Jaylen Warren #30 of the Pittsburgh Steelers works out during the Pittsburgh Steelers OTA offseason workout at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex on June 6 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
Wide receiver - Van Jefferson
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Wide receiver - Calvin Austin III
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 6: Calvin Austin III #19 of the Pittsburgh Steelers looks on during the Pittsburgh Steelers OTA offseason workout at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex on June 6 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
Tight end - Darnell Washington
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 07: Darnell Washington #80 of the Pittsburgh Steelers runs after the catch in the second half against the New England Patriots at Acrisure Stadium on December 07, 2023 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)
Left tackle - Dan Moore Jr.
Pittsburgh Steelers Dan Moore Jr. (65) signals for a first down during the first half against the Las Vegas Raiders at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on December 24, 2022. Pittsburgh Steelers Vs Las Vegas Raiders Week 16
Left guard - Isaac Seumalo
Sep 10, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers guard Isaac Seumalo (73) at the line of scrimmage against the San Francisco 49ers during the third quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Center - Nate Herbig
Jul 27, 2023; Latrobe, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers guard Nate Herbig (71) participates in drills during training camp at Saint Vincent College. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Right guard - Mason McCormick
Mar 3, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; South Dakota State offensive lineman Mason McCormick (OL48) during the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Right tackle - Troy Fautanu
Jul 28, 2024; Latrobe, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers offensive tackle Troy Fautanu (76) participates in drills during training camp at Saint Vincent College. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-USA TODAY Sports
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