Rico Dowdle - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Idle for preseason opener Dowdle did not play in Thursday's 28-9 preseason win over the Packers, Chris Harlan of Triblive.com reports.

Impact Neither Dowdle nor Jaylen Warren suited up for Thursday's game, which saw Lew Nichols and rookie seventh-rounder Eli Heidenreich handle the bulk of the carries. Warren is listed as the Steelers' RB1 on the first unofficial depth chart that was released Aug. 5, but head coach Mike McCarthy wants to balance the workload between Warren and Dowdle, per Brian Batko of the team's official site. Dowdle has rushed for over 1,000 yards in each of his last two seasons, but he saw his usage dip over the last few weeks of the 2025 season.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Disappointing Preseason Opener Could Mean Trouble for Steelers RB Behind Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle, little has been clear regarding how the Pittsburgh Steelers' running back room is going to shape up he...

5 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Rookie Drew Allar has 2 TD passes, 1 TD run as Steelers beat Packers 28-9 in preseason opener

Rookie Drew Allar threw two touchdown passes and ran for another score as the Pittsburgh Steelers dropped the Green Bay Packers 28-9 in the preseason opener for both teams

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

2026 Fantasy Football ADP Bargains: Running Backs Rico Dowdle is one of five backs with an average draft position well below his expected performance level, making him a potential draft-day...

AUGUST 11 • SI.COM

Steelers RB Duo Has Mike McCarthy Excited PITTSBURGH -- When the Pittsburgh Steelers signed running back Rico Dowdle, it became immediately apparent that the rushing attack was a top...

AUGUST 8 • SI.COM

Listed behind Warren on depth chart Jaylen Warren is listed ahead of Dowdle on the Steelers' initial posted depth chart ahead of the preseason, Brian Batko of the team's official site reports.

Impact That said, Batko suggests that coach Mike McCarthy is seeking a balanced backfield approach featuring a 1-2 punch, and Dowdle will no doubt see his share of touches along with Warren this coming season. Kaleb Johnson, Lew Nichols, Travis Homer and rookie Eli Heidenreich are currently in the mix for slotting behind the top duo, but from a fantasy standpoint, the Warren and Dowdle combo, a potential 1A/1B scenario, are the players to note in the Pittsburgh's backfield ahead of Week 1.

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE

Splitting first-team reps Dowdle and Jaylen Warren split first-team running back reps across the Steelers' first two training camp practices, Daniel Chavkin of SportsNet Pittsburgh reports.

Impact Dowdle was first up for first-team reps on Thursday after Warren worked ahead Wednesday. Dowdle joins Pittsburgh after back-to-back 1,000-yard rushing seasons and brings prior familiarity with new coach Mike McCarthy, giving him a real chance to push Warren for the lead committee role. That said, Warren's receiving ability gives him a strong path to consistent touches, and it remains to be seen whether Dowdle's bruising between-the-tackles style will allow him to secure the majority of goal-line work. Pittsburgh's backfield competition will be one to track closely during training camp.

JULY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Pittsburgh Steelers Fantasy Football Training Camp Position Battles: Jaylen Warren Vs Rico Dowdle We break down the Pittsburgh Steelers running back battle between Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle and pick which back fantasy football owners...

JULY 30 • SI.COM

The Steelers' new backfield tandem could join exclusive company in 2026 The Pittsburgh Steelers swapped 2025 team MVP Kenneth Gainwell for Rico Dowdle this offseason. Will he and Jaylen Warren be an even better d...

JULY 27 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

How Steelers Will Use Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle The Pittsburgh Steelers have made a habit of carrying two effective, starting-caliber running backs on their roster over the past handful of...

JULY 6 • SI.COM

Rico Dowdle Could Make NFL History With Steelers PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers are eagerly awaiting the debut of the new running back tandem. Free-agent addition Rico Dowdle joins re...

JUNE 30 • SI.COM

Sharing backfield with Warren Dowdle, who signed with the Steelers in March, is set to work in tandem with Jaylen Warren this coming season, Kevin Hutchinson of steelersnow.com reports.

Impact On the heels of back-to-back seasons (one with Dallas and one with Carolina) during which he topped 1,000 rushing yards, Dowdle bolsters a Steelers backfield that saw Kenneth Gainwell depart via free agency this offseason. It remains to be seen how the carries/targets will be divided between Warren and Dowdle in 2026, but the two players' different skill sets could lead to a "thunder and lightning" approach utilizing Warren's shiftiness and quickness and Dowdle's bruising style. Also in the mix for complementary touches are 2025 third-rounder Kaleb Johnson and versatile rookie Eli Heidenreich, with added context regarding Pittsburgh's backfield approach set to arrive once team drills commence in training camp.

JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers' underrated free agent pickup is embracing new role right away Pittsburgh Steelers' newest running back Rico Dowdle feels confident in his abilities paired with Jaylen Warren during OTA workouts.

MAY 31 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Rico Dowdle Wasn't That Great and Won't Be Terribly Missed by Panthers If only considering the depth chart, then the loss of Rico Dowdle is a big one for the Carolina Panthers. He spent more than half the season...

MAY 31 • SI.COM

WATCH: Rico Dowdle Media Availability (May 28) Rico Dowdle spoke with the media Thursday, May 28 following practice

MAY 28 • STEELERS.COM

Steelers RB Rico Dowdle reunites with Mike McCarthy in Pittsburgh after his mom's spot-on prediction

Rico Dowdle has reunited with Mike McCarthy, just as his mother Leslie predicted

MAY 28 • Associated Press

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MAY 26 • FOX SPORTS

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Aaron Rodgers says the 2026 NFL season will be his last: 'This is it'

Aaron Rodgers says his 22nd season in the NFL will be his last

MAY 20 • Associated Press

Panthers may regret giving Rico Dowdle another reason to erupt He's always got a chip on his shoulder.

MAY 17 • CATCRAVE.COM

2026 Pittsburgh Steelers Schedule: Win-Loss Record Prediction and Full List of Games

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MAY 15 • FOX SPORTS

2026 Pittsburgh Steelers Schedule: Win-Loss Record Prediction and Full List of Games

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MAY 11 • FOX SPORTS

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Pittsburgh's wait to host the NFL draft is over. That's the only certainly for the Steelers

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APRIL 15 • Associated Press

Rico Dowdle's pregnant GF Shar'e drops bold pregnancy photoshoot ahead of baby shower Rico Dowdle and his girlfriend, Shar'e Harrison, are expecting a baby boy very soon and on Sunday, she shared a look at her recent maternity photo shoot.

MARCH 23 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Ex-Eagles RB AJ Dillon drops 4-word message after signing with Panthers to replace Rico Dowdle AJ Dillon signed with the Carolina Panthers in free agency on Wednesday. The running back joins the Panthers on a one-year deal after playing the 2025 season with the Philadelphia...

MARCH 19 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Carolina Panthers Will Really Regret Letting Rico Dowdle Land with Steelers There's good news and bad news for the Carolina Panthers as it pertains to Rico Dowdle. He's gone in free agency to the Pittsburgh Steelers...

MARCH 19 • SI.COM

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