The Pittsburgh Steelers seemingly hit home run after home run this offseason following a plethora of excellent roster acquisitions. And one such signing, running back Rico Dowdle, shared a surprising revelation about his journey to the Steel City.
According to Dowdle, his mother predicted his signing with Pittsburgh after Mike McCarthy was hired as the new head coach of the Steelers — several months before the standout running back put pen to paper.
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“She called me and said, ‘You’re going to Pittsburgh,’” Dowdle said at OTAs. “Like, soon as [McCarthy] got hired, that’s the first thing she said.”
Dowdle, who signed with the McCarthy-led Cowboys as an undrafted free agent in 2020, spent his first five seasons in the NFL with Dallas before joining the Carolina Panthers in March 2025.
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle (13) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle (13) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Germie Bernard (17) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Drew Allar (16) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren (30) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Drew Allar (16) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren (30) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle (13) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren (30) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Brandon Smith (87) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Germie Bernard (17) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf (4) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Germie Bernard (17) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Brandon Smith (87) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Germie Bernard (17) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Kaden Wetjen (10) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Germie Bernard (17) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Roman Wilson (14) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. (11) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. (11) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph (2) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph (2) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Will Howard (18) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle (13) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Eli Heidenreich (29) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Lew Nichols (35) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kaleb Johnson (20) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Germie Bernard (17) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Germie Bernard (17) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Germie Bernard (17) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. (22) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. (11) and DK Metcalf (4) participate in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf (4) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Gennings Dunker (73) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Gennings Dunker (73) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Max Iheanachor (71) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Zach Frazier (54 left) and Gennings Dunker (73 right) participate in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Gennings Dunker (73) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Anthony Goodlow (72) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Jack Sawyer (33) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Patrick Queen (6) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy observes OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (90) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Cole Holcomb (55) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebackers Jack Sawyer (33) and T.J. Watt (90) and Alex Highsmith (56) participate in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf (4) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterbacks Mason Rudolph (2) and Aaron Rodgers (8) participate in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Drew Allar (16) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Will Howard (18) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Drew Allar (16) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Will Howard (18) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; The Pittsburgh Steelers take part in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; The Pittsburgh Steelers take part in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Gennings Dunker (73) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Jamel Dean (35) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Troy Fautanu (76) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Broderick Jones (77) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers safety Jaquan Brisker (3) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kaleb Johnson (20) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph (right) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren (30) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers cornerbacks Daylen Everette (23) and Asante Samuel Jr. (22) participate in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Steelers 2026 OTAs: First look at newest players in Pittsburgh
May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Will Howard (18) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Recording back-to-back 1,000-yard rushing seasons in 2024 and 2025, Dowdle joined the Steelers in March 2026 on a two-year contract — a reunion with McCarthy that was apparently seen from miles away.
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