Pittsburgh Steelers rookie outside linebacker Nick Herbig records his first career sack, taking down Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford. Herbig beat left tackle Alaric Jackson with speed off the edge, easily bending around him for a loss of six yards. After a dominant preseason, Herbig had a quiet start to the season but hopes this sack kick-starts a strong second half for him.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin is not surprised by the performance of rookie outside linebacker Nick Herbig, as his skills and playing style align closely with what the team saw from him in college at Wisconsin. Herbig has been impressive in training camp, learning from and shadowing star linebacker T.J. Watt. Despite concerns about his size, Herbig's technique and pursuit make up for any physical limitations. Tomlin attributes Herbig's smooth transition to the NFL to the similarities between Wisconsin's defensive scheme and Pittsburgh's, allowing him to play with confidence and showcase his pass-rushing abilities.
The Pittsburgh Steelers' draft class is marked by versatility, with multiple players who can play multiple positions. The team's top two picks, Broderick Jones and Joey Porter Jr., have clear positions, but the other players have multiple talents that they can bring to the table. The team's fourth-round choice, Nick Herbig, is a pass rusher who could play both outside linebacker and inside linebacker. Meanwhile, seventh-round guard Spencer Anderson has already played multiple positions in college, and cornerback Corey Trice could also log some snaps at safety.
