“Yeah, I’m feeling great. It’s been a day-by-day thing. I’m feeling great now, actually,” Bishop said following practice.
In his place, Thomas Graham started instead, but Bishop viewed missing the game against the Bills as a missed opportunity to lock up his roster spot once and for all. He has always been doubted, having been just a two-star recruit coming out of high school.
Bishop started his career in Minnesota but transferred to Western Kentucky, where he became one of the best small-school defensive backs in the nation. For his final year, he moved to West Virginia, where Bishop made his mark as a ballhawk who could play all over the field. Yet, his early football career sticks with him.
“I feel like I always got something to prove every time I go out there, even if it’s practice or a game, playing with a chip on my shoulder, because a lot of people say I shouldn’t be here,” Bishop said. “So, I just go out there and try to prove that I belong here.”
Bishop’s expectation is that after taking a week of just mental reps, he, as a competitor, will return and prove himself against the Lions. The team has been cautious with him so that a minor injury would not become a long-term issue. So, at practice, he has been limited, but he confirmed that he returned in a limited capacity on Wednesday.
“I’m working my way back in, taking it day by day,” Bishop said. “Like I said, not really trying to aggravate what’s going on and things like that.”
The Steelers will use Bishop and Graham most in the slot, even if Bishop is limited in some areas. Whoever wins that slot cornerback battle will be guaranteed a roster spot, while the other will have to thrive on special teams to secure their spot.
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