When legendary Motown vocalist Smokey Robinson shows up for a practice session, you know it's a good day.
On the eve of their day off, the Steelers took to the field on a humid Sunday afternoon in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. This time, rookie center Zach Frazier would be the first down the ramp before the rest of the team began warm-ups.
Today's training camp storylines include redemption day for the offense and a rookie that "stuns" an All-Pro.
So, Steelers fans, let's go
Injury Report
As expected, quarterback Russell Wilson did not practice on this day, giving the reins once again to back Justin Fields as the session's starting quarterback. Veteran lineman Isaac Seumalo was back in action after getting the day off. As for tight end Rodney Williams, he was on the field but did not practice after sustaining an injury on Day 3 during one of the team sessions.
Injury list -
QB Russell Wilson: Calf
TE Rodney Williams: AC Joint
RB Cordarrelle Patterson: Hamstring
LB Cole Holcomb: PUP (Physically Unable to Perform) List
DL Dean Lowry: PUP (Physically Unable to Perform) List
Steelers Camp Day 4 Recap
The Offense Redeem Themselves
To say the least, the offensive unit had a much better showing than they did on Day 3. In the "seven shots" round, the offense won by a convincing score of 6-1. During the team session, quarterback Justin Fields recorded completions to receive Calvin Austin III and running back Jaylen Warren. In the later session, Fields would connect with tight end MyCole Pruitt; backup quarterback Kyle Allen connected with tight end Darnell Washington. Though it was not perfect, it was overall a better day for the offense.
Fautanu Makes His Statement
Prior to this year's NFL Draft, rookie offensive lineman Troy Fautanu was lauded for his physicality and heavy hands by several scouts. During "seven shots," All-Pro linebacker T.J. Watt got a sample of it, which reportedly "stunned" him. The two would meet again during team drills, where both would win one round a piece. All this sets up for an intriguing matchup when the pads sessions begin on Tuesday.
Donte Jackson Continues His Hot Streak
Since his dismal performance on Day 1, cornerback Donte Jackson has recorded at least one splash play in every practice so far. On this day, he recorded an interception during one of the team sessions, increasing his count to four pass deflections and one interception.
Rookies With the First Team
During today's session, three players from the Steelers rookie class took reps with the first team on offense or defense: tackle Troy Fautanu, receiver Roman Wilson, and linebacker Payton Wilson. Payton registered a forced fumble on tight end Pat Freiermuth during team sessions.
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