Steelers Sign Rico Dowdle, Strengthening Offense

0:00Welcome to NFL News Today. Two minutes of updates that matter to NFL fans, hit subscribe and stay connected. The Pittsburgh Steelers just signed running back Rico Doudal to a two-year contract where $12,250,000 to strengthen their offense. He's stepping in to replace Kenneth Gainwell, who was the team's most valuable player last season before leaving as a free agent for Tampa Bay. Doudal and Will stood out for his all-around game, catching 73 passes, rushing for 537 yards and contributing on special. Teams during his one year in Pittsburgh. Doudal brings a strong rushing resume, topping 1,000 yards in each of the last two seasons, first with the Cowboys in 2024, and then the Panthers in 2025. He also had 39 catches both years, showing some receiving skills. While Doudal differs from Gainwell as a more powerful and durable runner, he promises to bring versatility to the Steelers' backfield that fits with the team needs right now.

1:02New head coach Mike McCarthy knows Doudal well from coaching him five years in Dallas, so he's excited about how Doudal can help right away. The Daily News Now is made possible with support from our sponsor. Stay back, press play, let the pillow do the rest, sound meets comfort, S-O-L-I-S-O-L-Pillow.com