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AFC Notes: Russell Wilson, Deshaun Watson, Bengals, Browns, Steelers
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AFC Notes: Russell Wilson, Deshaun Watson, Bengals, Browns, Steelers

Bengal

Bengals WR Andrei Iosivas emerges on Cincinnati's depth chart as a reliable receiver. He considers his previous use as a red zone target to be “an anomaly” and considers himself a versatile receiver.

“I think the red zone stuff was just kind of an anomaly. Everyone loves to score touchdowns, but I happened to do that too, I guess early in my career I have versatility all over the field. I will be open everywhere. So it’s exactly where the ball finds me,” Iosivas said via Geoff Hobson of the team's website.

Iosivas described his role like this T-shirt Higgins has returned and says he will score goals when he has the right matchup and his main focus is expanding the field.

“We have all our offensive weapons back. It's just a matter of getting open when the matchup is the matchup we want to attack. Then you have to open up and make plays. Then the ball will come to me. I also expand the field vertically. So it’s either wrong-foot the defense and throw it to me, or if not, throw it to the guys underneath.”

Tan

  • Brown's HC Kevin Stefanski said RB Nick Chubb is still one “Day after day” decision and they'll see how he looks all week: “For all the boys, especially Nick, it's an everyday decision. I’m not going to rush anyone.” (Scott Petrak)
  • Stefanski said second-round DT Michael Hall (Neck) could be ready for Week 6 with the Eagles and will evaluate him this week: “I just want to see him this week.” (Tony Grossi)
  • As to whether they will change their play calls this week, Stefanski said he is happy with their current approach: “I am happy with the level of collaboration we have in the headset. Joint effort to make sure we play better on offense.” (Mary Kay Cabot)
  • Regarding Brown's LS Charley Hughlett (Ribs) did not participate in Wednesday's practice, Stefanski said Hughlett was “unlikely” will be played over Zac Jackson in Week 6.
  • Stefanski said there was “No discussion” of the bench press Deshaun Watson, about Grossi.
  • Watson said the offense is aware it needs to improve and expressed confidence in its offensive line after suffering seven sacks in Week 5: “We all just have to keep getting better. I have a lot of confidence in the guys at the top.” (Chris Easterling)
  • As for Commander's DT Jonathan AllenWhen Watson's comments shook Watson's confidence, the quarterback responded that he was always confident when he was on the field: “When I step on the field, I’m confident.” (Petrak)
  • Watson also thinks Stefanski is still the best person to talk to: “We believe in Kevin. He has been making play calls in the league for several years. Neither trust nor love is lost in Kevin. We believe he is the best player in the league.” (Petrak)

Steelers

  • Dan Graziano and Jeremy Fowler of ESPN point out that there is a chance for a Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson could be on the move if he doesn't get back to his original job once he's healthy.
  • A trade is possible since Wilson is only receiving the veteran minimum this year, but the two note that Wilson has a no-trade clause and could force his release.
  • Graziano adds that he wouldn't rule out the Steelers from trading for a Raiders WR Davante Adams or another experienced receiver to strengthen his group.
  • Steelers HC Mike Tomlin QB said Russell Wilson (Wade) took part in the second team's training session on Wednesday at full strength “so as not to disrupt Justin’s preparation.” per Albert Breer.
  • Tomlin said they would evaluate how Wilson looks in practice before deciding anything with him: “First we’ll see if he can get through Wednesday and go from there.” (Mark Kaboly)
  • Tomlin said Wilson can now train without restrictions: “He is now in such good health that he can work without restrictions on Wednesday.” (Brooke Pryor)
  • Josina Anderson quotes a source who said Wilson would have to have a phenomenal week of training to be named the starter: “I think Russ needs to have a good week of training for this to even be a discussion… He hasn't trained significantly since his calf injury again.”

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