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Steelers RB Jaylen Warren Runs For Touchdown, Lead Over Packers

Nov 12, 2023, 11:52 AM

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Jaylen Warren #30 of the Pittsburgh Steelers runs the ball during the first quarter against the Green Bay Packers at Acrisure Stadium on November 12, 2023 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)

(Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)

SALT LAKE CITY – Former East High and Snow College standout Jaylen Warren scored his second touchdown of the season to give the Pittsburgh Steelers a lead over the Green Bay Packers.

Warren runs for touchdown during Packers-Steelers game

The Steelers hosted the Packers at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on Sunday, November 12.

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With 14:12 remaining in the first half, Warren broke out of the field and into the end zone for a 16-yard touchdown run.

Warren’s run gave the Steelers a 14-7 lead.

The rush capped an 11-play, 60-yard drive that lasted 5:30.

After the score, Warren had five carries for 39 yards and a touchdown. He also had two receptions for nine yards.

Warren came into the game having recorded 56 carries for 263 yards and a touchdown this season.

Pittsburgh’s game against Green Bay is broadcast on CBS and NFL Sunday Ticket.

About Jaylen Warren

Prior to his college career, the Salt Lake City, Utah native was a standout player for the East High Leopards.

Following his time in high school, Warren played for the Snow College Badgers and Utah State Aggies. During his two seasons with USU, Warren ran the ball 151 times for 821 yards and eight touchdowns.

After the 2020 season, the running back transferred to Oklahoma State. During his lone season with the Cowboys, Warren had 256 carries for 1,216 yards and 11 touchdowns. He helped the Cowboys reach the Big 12 title game with an 11-2 regular season record, including 8-1 in conference play.

Oklahoma State defeated No. 5 Notre Dame in the Fiesta Bowl. Warren ran the ball 19 times for 82 yards in the win.

After the 2022 NFL Draft, Warren signed with the Steelers as an undrafted free agent.

Last season, Warren ran the ball 77 times for 379 yards and a touchdown. He also recorded 28 receptions for 214 yards. The Steelers posted a 9-8 record in 2022.

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Steelers RB Jaylen Warren Runs For Touchdown, Lead Over Packers