Wilson finished with two receptions for 72 yards, with some extra character added in as a blocker. He ran with the first team out of 12 personnel for much of training camp. Now, the Steelers have given that chance, running as the top wide receiver in the preseason with DK Metcalf not playing and Calvin Austin III injured.

PITTSBURGH — Even as he’s starting to emerge, Roman Wilson continues to strip things down to the bare bones. Considering the second-year Pittsburgh Steelers receiver didn’t have anything to boast about a year ago, it’s no mystery as to why he isn’t shouting his successes to the masses.

Pittsburgh Steelers second-year wide receiver Roman Wilson temporarily silenced the naysayers with a strong preseason showing.