Behind the Steel Curtain on Jaylen Warren
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Third in the NFL in yards from scrimmage, Warren finally earned a chance as a clear RB1 this year and never looked back. he's on track for nearly 1,500 yards on the ground, but he's also second on the team in receiving yards and is somehow averaging more yards per grab than DK Metcalf.
STACKED’s take
Warren is consensus OPOY candidate; third in NFL yards from scrimmage, on track for 1,500 rushing yards.
Warren is the consensus Offensive Player of the Year candidate for the Steelers at midseason 2026, earning unanimous or near-unanimous support from the staff. Third in the NFL in yards from scrimmage, he is on track for nearly 1,500 rushing yards while also ranking second on the team in receiving yards and averaging more yards per grab than DK Metcalf. The source notes he finally earned a clear RB1 role this year and has been essential in both run and pass game; even when Rico Dowdle is involved and his opportunities shrink, he remains efficient and reliable. Multiple staff members describe this as a true breakout season for the running back, with one noting he delivers in critical moments and has outpaced Aaron Rodgers in overall offensive impact.
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