5 Pittsburgh Steelers Veterans Who Won't Survive Training Camp in 2015

5 Pittsburgh Steelers Veterans Who Won't Survive Training Camp in 2015

By Daniel Johnson

July 16, 2015

5 Pittsburgh Steelers Veterans Who Won't Survive Training Camp in 2015

Oct 5, 2014; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin in the fourth quarter of their game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Field. The Pittsburgh Steelers won 17-9. Mandatory Credit: Phil Sears-USA TODAY Sports — The youth of the Pittsburgh Steelers is evident when you look at their team. The current Steelers roster has only eight players with at least ten years of NFL experience. Most of the veterans are staples to the team that aren't going anywhere, like Ben Roethlisberger and Heath Miller. Still, there are some players who have had good careers but will not be in Pittsburgh Steelers jerseys in Week 1.

The youth of the Pittsburgh Steelers is evident when you look at their team. The current Steelers roster has only eight players with at least ten years of NFL experience. Most of the veterans are staples to the team that aren't going anywhere, like Ben Roethlisberger and Heath Miller. Still, there are some players who have had good careers but will not be in Pittsburgh Steelers jerseys in Week 1.

5. B.W Webb

B.W. Webb

5. B.W Webb

B.W. Webb — With the drafting of Doran Grant and Senquez Golson, Pittsburgh's secondary will be force to cut some players for space. Webb was put on special teams work for last season and made no contributions on the defensive side of the ball. His time in Pittsburgh will probably expire by the end of training camp.

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With the drafting of Doran Grant and Senquez Golson, Pittsburgh's secondary will be force to cut some players for space. Webb was put on special teams work for last season and made no contributions on the defensive side of the ball. His time in Pittsburgh will probably expire by the end of training camp.

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4. Steve McLendon

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4. Steve McLendon

Pittsburgh Steelers-Steve McLendon — During his time in Pittsburgh, McLendon have played 16 games only once. Add to that Pittsburgh's talented and younger nose tackles behind him, Daniel McCullers that have the abilities to become a full-time starters. If Pittsburgh's coaching staff builds enough confidence for McCullers, there will not be any need for McLendon on the roster.

During his time in Pittsburgh, McLendon have played 16 games only once. Add to that Pittsburgh's talented and younger nose tackles behind him, Daniel McCullers that have the abilities to become a full-time starters. If Pittsburgh's coaching staff builds enough confidence for McCullers, there will not be any need for McLendon on the roster.

3. Darrius Heyward-Bey

Jun 17, 2014; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey (85) participates in drills during minicamp at the UPMC Sports Performance Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

3. Darrius Heyward-Bey

Jun 17, 2014; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey (85) participates in drills during minicamp at the UPMC Sports Performance Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports — On a team that is becoming as pass happy as the Steelers have become over the past few years, they have bought in a series of veterans like Lance Moore, Jerricho Cotchery, and Darrius Heyward-Bey to help the young receivers. As Antonio Brown, Markus Wheaton, and Martavis Bryant advance to great players, Pittsburgh has no need for Heyward-Bey on the roster.

On a team that is becoming as pass happy as the Steelers have become over the past few years, they have bought in a series of veterans like Lance Moore, Jerricho Cotchery, and Darrius Heyward-Bey to help the young receivers. As Antonio Brown, Markus Wheaton, and Martavis Bryant advance to great players, Pittsburgh has no need for Heyward-Bey on the roster.

2. Landry Jones

2. Landry Jones

With the signing of Tajh Boyd during the off-season, that should have been a red flag on the Landry Jones' household. Bruce Gradkowski is the clear back-up to Big Ben, because Pittsburgh loves having veterans as the second quarterback, leaving one more spot at QB. In the case for Boyd, he's cheaper and has not struggled with the Pittsburgh offense like Jones has during his limited time on the field.

With the signing of Tajh Boyd during the off-season, that should have been a red flag on the Landry Jones' household. Bruce Gradkowski is the clear back-up to Big Ben, because Pittsburgh loves having veterans as the second quarterback, leaving one more spot at QB. In the case for Boyd, he's cheaper and has not struggled with the Pittsburgh offense like Jones has during his limited time on the field.

1. Cam Thomas

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1. Cam Thomas

Cam Thomas — Today, Pittsburgh re-signed Cam Heyward to a six-year extension worth $59.25 million dollars. Stephon Tuitt had a solid rookie season last year. Heyward was clearly the weakest part of their defensive line last season. He was picked up just to be a short term answer to fill a spot. Whether it be one of the three defensive linemen they drafted or back-up Daniel McCullers, someone will take the place of Thomas by the end of training camp.

Today, Pittsburgh re-signed Cam Heyward to a six-year extension worth $59.25 million dollars. Stephon Tuitt had a solid rookie season last year. Heyward was clearly the weakest part of their defensive line last season. He was picked up just to be a short term answer to fill a spot. Whether it be one of the three defensive linemen they drafted or back-up Daniel McCullers, someone will take the place of Thomas by the end of training camp.

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