Warren’s role is the steady baseline in a multi-back Steelers group, providing a reliable floor even if Johnson grows into a larger role later.

Warren anchors the backfield in the 53-man projection, supported by a four-man committee. His role in between-the-tackles runs and involvement in passing downs shapes the Steelers’ Week 1 fantasy and DFS upside, especially with a promising rookie in the mix.

Warren’s role as a depth back will be under the microscope as the Steelers trim the roster. His ability to contribute in the ground game and as a check-down option could influence Week 1 depth charts, especially if the starting backfield is capped or limited. His performance in Week 3 could determine whether he remains a viable handcuff or emerges as a late-season breakout candidate.

Warren is the unit’s health-backed holdover with a clear path to FLEX relevance if Kaleb Johnson’s workload remains manageable after Harris’ departure. His floor is solid in a run-first system, but the ceiling for RB2 upside is limited by Johnson absorbing early-down work and Rodgers’ slower pace dampening overall volume.

Warren stands out for his receiving chops and reliability in a Steelers offense that frequently targets backs. The piece emphasizes Warren as the clear passing-game option and notes Johnson’s pass-protection drawbacks, making Warren a valuable late-round target in redraft and a potential anchor in PPR leagues if his volume in the passing game grows.