Pittsburgh Steelers Provide Practice Report and Injury Update Ahead of Week 8 Matchup Against Jacksonville Jaguars
ICARO Media Group
The Pittsburgh Steelers have released their final practice report and injury designations in preparation for their highly anticipated Week 8 showdown against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The report outlines the status of several key players and provides insight into their availability for Sunday's game.
Cornerbacks Joey Porter Jr., Levi Wallace, and James Pierre are officially listed as questionable for the upcoming game. Porter Jr. is nursing a calf injury, Wallace has a foot issue, and Pierre recently suffered an ankle injury. Pierre's inclusion in the report came as a surprise, as he had been a full participant in practice throughout the week before missing Friday's session with the new ankle injury. Although Pierre's contributions have primarily come on special teams this season, his absence could potentially impact the team.
In more positive news, wide receiver Diontae Johnson and defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi both logged full practices on Friday, signaling their readiness for Sunday's game. Both players had been listed as did not participate (DNPs) on Thursday's injury report, raising concerns about their availability. Johnson and Ogunjobi's return to full practice participation bodes well for the Steelers as they look to secure a victory against the Jaguars.
Another noteworthy development is the full participation of defensive tackle Cam Heyward. Heyward has been recovering from a groin injury and had been on injured reserve. After having his 21-day practice window activated earlier this week, his full practice on Friday suggests that he may be ready to make his return to the field. Heyward's presence will undoubtedly provide a boost to the team's defensive line.
While linebacker T.J. Watt remains on the injury report with a heel injury, it is worth noting that he was listed with the same injury last week and it did not seem to limit his performance in the game. This indicates that Watt is likely to play against the Jaguars and continue to be a key contributor on the Steelers' defense.
As the Steelers gear up for their Week 8 matchup against the Jaguars, these injury updates provide valuable insights into the team's readiness and potential game plan. Fans can remain hopeful that the return of some key players and the resilience of others will contribute to a successful outing on Sunday.