# Rookie Kevin Jobity Jr. Catching Attention

> Steelers rookie Kevin Jobity Jr. impresses with special teams play despite defensive role.
- Title: Rookie Kevin Jobity Jr. Catching Attention · Steelers Depot
- Summary: Steelers rookie Kevin Jobity Jr. impresses with special teams play despite defensive role. Steelers rookie Kevin Jobity Jr.
- Keywords: pittsburgh steelers, kevin jobity jr, defensive line, special teams, nfl draft, rookie, sack, kick coverage, nfl, Steelers Depot
- Source: Steelers Depot — https://steelersdepot.com/2026/11/rookie-kevin-jobity-jr-catching-attention-of-more-than-his-defensive-coaches
- Author: Alex Kozora
- Published: 2026-11-10T16:00:47+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: pittsburgh steelers, kevin jobity jr, defensive line, special teams, nfl draft, rookie, sack, kick coverage, sports, nfl
## 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.
## Key takeaway

Steelers rookie Kevin Jobity Jr. earned NFL sack and special teams snaps after injuries to defensive linemen.