In a setback for the Pittsburgh Steelers, rookie right tackle Troy Fautanu will be sidelined for the upcoming game against the Los Angeles Chargers. Fautanu, who was the Steelers' first-round pick this year, sustained a knee injury during practice last Friday. Despite initial hopes that he would be able to play and being listed as questionable, the team has now confirmed that Fautanu will not be available for Sunday's matchup. The extent of Fautanu's absence remains uncertain, with reports suggesting that he is expected to be sidelined indefinitely, posing a challenge for the Steelers.

Fautanu's absence presents a significant loss for the Steelers, as he had been performing well in his position compared to Broderick Jones, the team's alternative right tackle. With Fautanu out, the Steelers are forced to rely on Jones for the upcoming game against the Chargers, who have displayed a strong defense in the early weeks of the season. This change in the lineup places added pressure on Steelers quarterback Justin Fields, known for struggling to evade sacks in his career, who may face a tough challenge in avoiding pressure from the Chargers' formidable defense.

The Steelers will have to make adjustments to compensate for Fautanu's absence and ensure their offensive line can effectively protect Fields against the Chargers' defensive strategies. The team's coaching staff will need to devise a plan to manage the loss of Fautanu and strengthen their offensive strategies to contend with the Chargers' defense. As the game approaches, Steelers fans will be watching closely to see how the team adapts to this unexpected change in their lineup and how they fare against a formidable opponent in the Chargers.