Tomlin Sees No Need to Name Starting QB, Praises Herbig and Leal With Highsmith Out

Per Mike Tomlin, there is “no need” to name a starting quarterback while Wilson remains unavailable.

Mike Tomlin Praises Steelers’ Nick Herbig & DeMarvin Leal With Alex Highsmith Out

As noted earlier, Herbig is the next in line to step up with Highsmith sidelined, but versatile DL/OLB DeMarvin Leal may also see increased opportunities.

“Leal has been working at both positions already,” Tomlin said, acknowledging his “positional flexibility.”