In a crucial Week 14 matchup, the Buffalo Bills have announced that linebacker Tyrel Dodson and cornerback Rasul Douglas will be sidelined today against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Despite their questionable status earlier in the week, both players have been officially ruled out for the game.

Dodson and Douglas were hoping to make a return to the field, especially with an additional day of preparation due to the game's delay caused by a blizzard. However, their injuries will keep them out of action.

Additionally, the Bills will also be without wide receiver Gabe Davis, offensive lineman Alec Anderson, defensive end Kingsley Jonathan, defensive tackle Poona Ford, and safety Taylor Rapp.

On the opposing side, the Steelers will face the Bills without the services of linebacker T.J. Watt, cornerback Darius Rush, safety Elijah Riley, linebacker Blake Martinez, tackle Dylan Cook, and defensive end DeMarvin Leal. Quarterback Mitch Trubisky will also be inactive as the third quarterback for the Steelers.

These injuries will undoubtedly have an impact on both teams' strategies and game plans as they battle for a crucial victory. The absence of Dodson and Douglas may present challenges for the Bills' defense, while the Steelers will miss the presence of Watt on their defensive front.

Facing off in a highly anticipated matchup, both teams will need to rely on their depth to make up for the key absences. The outcome of this game could have significant implications for the playoff picture in both the AFC East and the AFC North divisions.

Fans eagerly await the kickoff, hoping to witness an intense showdown between these two talented teams, despite the notable absences in their lineups.