4 winners and 4 losers from Steelers 28-24 win vs. Ravens

Loser: Jaylen Samuels/the coaches

There is no reason to have Jaylen Samuels out on the field for the Steelers. I’ve said this so many times, and it still holds true, as the former fifth-round pick struggles in every aspect of being a running back. He can’t run, and while he is considered a receiving back, he has mediocre hands and no ability to do anything after he makes the catch. Considering the Steelers have a trio of backs ahead of him that offer more talent, it is nonsensical that Samuels sees the field as much as he does.

This problem is beyond him, as his lack of talent should be well known by the Steelers coordinators. If it is Randy Fichtner or Eddie Faulkner that is responsible, both need to be disciplined, as trying to give him the ball is a wasted down. This was evident when he had a slant go through his hands and hit the ground. His play is maddeningly bad, and he has no business being on the field on Sundays.

Give his opportunities to Anthony McFarland or mix Benny Snell in more often. Sure, allowing James Conner to see some rest throughout the game is good, but if it comes at the cost of having Samuels play more, it isn’t worth it. Are his issues fatal? Not usually, but they aid in stalling drives. He shouldn’t be on the field unless injuries force him there, and he could ultimately not dress going forward.