PITTSBURGH (93.7 The Fan) – Undrafted after starting his career at Snow College in Utah, Steelers tailback Jaylen Warren named the AFC Offensive Player of the Week after an 80-yard touchdown reception and 50-yard touchdown run Sunday against the Colts.
Warren finished with 101 yards rushing and 87 yards receiving as the Steelers improved to 3-2.
After being mostly the second-back for much of his career, Warren is sixth in the NFL in rushing on just 70 attempts which is tied for fewest among backs in the top 10. Only Bijan Robinson and Kenneth Walker have more runs of 20-plus yards this season.
The 27-year-old is signed through next season making $5.95 million per year.
Jaylen Warren wins weekly award after huge game vs. Indianapolis
Jaylen Warren wins weekly award after huge game vs. Indianapolis
