Nick Herbig out, but No. 3 QB Skylar Thompson in uniform for Steelers at Jets

September 7, 2025 by Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker Nick Herbig (No. 51) practices a pass rush move during a training-camp practice last month at Saint Vincent College. Herbig entered the weekend as questionable to play in Sunday’s season opener at the New York Jets.

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. – Pass rushing specialist No. 3 outside linebacker Nick Herbig was designated as inactive and not in uniform for the Pittsburgh Steelers for Sunday’s season opener at the New York Jets.