Jaylen Warren Named AFC Offensive Player of the Week After Stellar Game

WHO:

NBC Sports - Jaylen Warren had a relatively slow start to the 2026 season, lasting about two games.

Heavy NFL - Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren was named the AFC's Offensive Player of the Week.

steelers.com - Warren is the first Steelers player to achieve specific touchdown milestones in a game.

WHAT:

Heavy NFL - Warren's best performance of the year came in the Week 5 victory over the Indianapolis Colts.

Heavy NFL - Jaylen Warren became the first NFL player in 40 years to achieve a touchdown catch of 80 or more yards and a touchdown run of 50 or more yards in the same game, a feat last accomplished by Herschel Walker.

steelers.com - Warren joined Franco Harris as the only Steelers players in the Super Bowl era to have at least 80 rushing yards and a rushing touchdown, along with 80 receiving yards and a receiving touchdown in the same game.

Heavy NFL - Warren scored a touchdown off a catch of 80 or more yards and a touchdown run of 50 or more yards in the same game.

steelers.com - Warren had 15 carries for 101 yards, including a 50-yard touchdown run, and six receptions for 87 yards, including an 80-yard catch and run for a touchdown, totaling 188 yards from scrimmage.

steelers.com - Warren's performance earned him his first-ever AFC Offensive Player of the Week honor.

WHERE:

steelers.com - The game took place against the Indianapolis Colts.

WHEN:

steelers.com - The game occurred on a Sunday.

WHY:

steelers.com - Warren credited his success to the trust and camaraderie built with his teammates.

HOW:

steelers.com - McCarthy praised Warren, stating, "He's the man... Jaylen is crushing it right now. He's been awesome for us."

steelers.com - Quarterback Aaron Rodgers praised Warren, stating, "First guy rarely brings him down. He's good inside the tackles. He's good outside of the tackles. Always moving forward. Always spinning, slipping out of plays, finishing runs."

steelers.com - Warren's performance included dynamic play in both the run game and pass protection, showcasing his versatility as a three-down player.

Jaylen Warren had a slow start to the 2026 season, lasting about two games, but he turned things around in Week 5 with his best performance of the year in a victory over the Indianapolis Colts. Steelers coach Mike McCarthy praised Warren, saying, "He's the man... Jaylen is crushing it right now. He's been awesome for us." This turnaround has certainly made an impact on the team's performance as they move forward in the season.