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The run game was worse, with Rico Dowdle carrying eight times for 13 yards.

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Dowdle's 13-yard game signals potential role loss to Warren.

Rico Dowdle carried eight times for 13 yards in Week 1, a poor performance that has the source worried about the Steelers' run game. The source suggests Jaylen Warren may prove to be the better runner and end up taking on more work than expected.

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Dowdle managed just 21 yards on 10 touches in Pittsburgh debut, outpaced by Jaylen Warren.

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Commanders Week 1 RB opportunities Jacory Croskey-Merritt: 16 carries, 1 target Rachaad White: 7 carries, 2 targets Kaytron Allen: 4 carries, 0 targe...

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Steelers Week 1 RB opportunities Jaylen Warren: 10 carries, 6 targets Rico Dowdle: 8 carries, 5 targets

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Dowdle averages 1.5 YPC vs. Warren's 4.6; could lose touches if inefficiency continues.

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Dowdle remains flex-tier until Steelers clarify RB workload distribution.

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Dowdle's 1.5 YPC efficiency lags Warren's 4.6 YPC, risks losing backfield touches.

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