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Rookie Kevin Jobity Jr. Catching Attention
Steelers rookie Kevin Jobity Jr. impresses with special teams play despite defensive role.
In brief
Steelers rookie Kevin Jobity Jr. impresses with special teams play despite defensive role. Steelers rookie Kevin Jobity Jr. earned NFL sack and special teams snaps after injuries to defensive linemen. Originally reported by Steelers Depot.
Rookie Kevin Jobity Jr. in NFL
Steelers rookie Kevin Jobity Jr. has been fighting for playing time on the defensive line.
Injuries open door
Injuries to Derrick Harmon and Sebastian Joseph-Day created playing time opportunities for Jobity.
Special teams impact
Jobity has covered kickoffs in two games, earning attention from special teams coordinator Danny Crossman.
Crossman's praise
Crossman said, 'We’ve been really happy with what he’s been able to bring and look forward to what he brings going forward.'
“We’ve been really happy with what he’s been able to bring and look forward to what he brings going forward”
Week 7 debut
In his Week 7 debut, Jobity nearly made the tackle on kick coverage and slowed the returner.
Athleticism advantage
Jobity’s athleticism gives him flexibility compared to other defensive linemen like Gabriel Rubio.
Crossman on defense
Crossman noted teams built differently than Pittsburgh need athletic defensive linemen.
“Teams that are built a little bit differently than we are in terms of what they’re looking for in a defensive line”
First NFL sack
Through two games, Jobity has picked up his first NFL sack and played on kickoff teams.
Roster squeeze risk
Derrick Harmon’s potential return could land Jobity back on the inactive list.
Here's the gist
Steelers rookie Kevin Jobity Jr. earned NFL sack and special teams snaps after injuries to defensive linemen.
