5 Steelers who need a dominant training camp to survive

Steelers Green

Unlike the first two names on this list, the odds of Kendrick Green not making this roster seems unlikely. While cutting a third-round pick in his second season isn’t unheard of, there seems to be a spot somewhere for Green on this roster. That said, he could see a serious fall from grace as a starter as a rookie to buried on the depth chart in year two.

The Steelers added two interior linemen in free agency, both of which are center capable. More than likely, Mason Cole will be slotted in as the starter given the contract he signed. He isn’t an exciting choice though, as his career has been marred by inconsistencies. To say that he is a clear upgrade would be an overstatement. Green has a chance to start still, but he needs to show some semblance of improvement.

The center job is wide open, but Green will have to show a level of consistency and improvement in his play in order for the team to trust him. If he looks like he is taking a jump in his second year, he can resume his role as a starter. If not, Green could fall down the depth chart and be nothing more than an afterthought in 2022.