Pittsburgh Steelers' Potential Draft Pick: Mike Washington Jr.

0:00Welcome to NFL News Today. Two minutes of updates that matter to NFL fans, hit subscribe and stay connected. Pittsburgh Steelers fans might see running back Kenneth Gainwell leave the team after the 2026 season. Gainwell had a breakout year last season, earning team MVP honors with over a thousand yards from Scrimmage, his first time hitting that mark in the NFL. Now headed to free agency, he's projected to land a deal around $3 million per year. Even though General Manager Omar Khan said the Steelers want Gainwell back, many believe he'll test the open market and sign elsewhere. That leaves the team looking for a replacement to pair with Jaylen Warren and keep their backfield strong. Inter Arkansas running back, Mike Washington Jr., a top draft prospect who could step in right away. He ran for over a thousand yards in eight touchdowns last year while adding 28 catches for 226 yards and another, score as a receiver. Washington show plenty of promise, but needs work as a pass blocker where he struggles with

1:03leverage despite his size. Still, his skills match what Pittsburgh needs in a versatile back. At the NFL scouting combine in late February, Washington stole the show with a blazing 4.33 in the 40 yard dash, the fastest. Among running backs, plus a 39 inch vertical jump, that athleticism makes him a perfect fit if Gainwell walks, solving the Steelers issue in one draft pick. This DNN story is thanks to our sponsor details in the description. Your pillow just got smarter. It plays your podcast and music. S-O-L-L-I, soleypillow.com.