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Johnson logged just two carries for 3 yards, and it didn't seem as though his minimal usage was a reflection of the coaching staff protecting him. He had to wait until the second half to enter the game, as other backs got more meaningful and extensive looks. With Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle figuring to handle the lion's share of touches in the backfield, Johnson finds himself in a precarious position as a backup without significant value as either a receiver or blocker on third downs.
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Johnson's limited carries and delayed entry signal precarious backup role with limited value.

Third-round pick Kaleb Johnson from Iowa has had a rocky acclimation to the Steelers, logging just two carries for 3 yards in preseason action. His minimal usage didn't appear to reflect the coaching staff protecting him; he had to wait until the second half to enter the game as other backs received more meaningful and extensive looks. With Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle figuring to handle the lion's share of touches, Johnson finds himself in a precarious position as a backup without significant value as either a receiver or blocker on third downs.

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