Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin names the candidates for key role on special teams after the release of former Pro Bowler

Gainwell, who was signed earlier this offseason in free agency, probably has the upper hand as things stand right now. He finds himself as the running back No.3 on the depth chart and he has an extensive history as a returner going back to his time with the Eagles.

Jaylen Warren has worn that hat in the past, but now he finds himself atop the running back depth chart. The man behind him, Kaleb Johnson, has been seen in the kick return portion of special teams practice, but he may surpass Warren for the starting role by Thanksgiving and figures to be a key portion of the offense regardless.

That leaves Roman Wilson. Wilson's 4.3 speed makes him the most intriguing option. After a rookie campaign that never saw him regain the momentum he had prior to his ankle injury in camp, Wilson will be looking to get on the field in any way possible.

"That's to be determined," said Mike Tomlin when asked about Roman Wilson's role on special teams. "He's certainly a willing worker. He's caught kicks and punts in pre-practice and so forth. His contributions are not going to be exclusive to that area. He's working with gunners on the punt team. He's a very willing guy in that area, but how he performs will determine those things."

It's going to be a fun preseason, and the kick returner battle only adds to it.