The Steelers are starting training camp with most players healthy, though some remain uncertain, such as ILB Cole Holcomb. CB Cory Trice Jr.’s situation is clearer, but it’s still unknown if he’ll be cleared for full contact by the medical staff.
Trice participated in OTAs with a knee brace, indicating limited activity. Later, he trained without the brace, which is promising. His final hurdle is getting cleared for full contact.
Trice, a 2023 seventh-round draft pick, is a tall and athletic cornerback who fell in the draft due to his injury history. He tore his ACL early in last year’s training camp, adding to his challenges.
Though Trice might not immediately take on a major role, he is a potential future starter. For now, he’s crucial for depth and could step in at any moment. However, clearance for contact is essential before he can play. His previous recovery experiences might speed up his current rehabilitation.
Realistically, Trice needs to earn his roster spot, as nothing is guaranteed. The Steelers have several other players like Joey Porter Jr., Donte Jackson, Darius Rush, and Anthony Averett, not to mention Cameron Sutton’s suspension. These factors add to the competition for Trice.
The Steelers’ 2024 season looms after a disappointing playoff loss last year. This offseason, the main uncertainty is whether they will miss the playoffs altogether. They have been reconfiguring their roster through various moves, now facing new questions as the season nears.
The team’s biggest question is at quarterback. Can Russell Wilson elevate them to a Super Bowl contender, or is the team wasting a year? How they handle the depth chart remains a pressing issue.
Having navigated free agency and the draft, the Steelers seem confident in their ability to fill gaps left by offseason moves. Despite this, the numerous changes have led to new uncertainties as they prepare for the season.
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