Steelers wide receiver gets bad injury news before Week 2 matchup
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. is trending in the wrong direction following the release of Thursday's Week 2 injury report.
The Pittsburgh Steelers' wide receiver, Michael Pittman Jr., received troubling injury news ahead of their Week 2 game against the New England Patriots. On Thursday's injury report, Pittman was downgraded from a limited participant to not participating due to a foot injury just three days before the matchup. This follows Darnell Washington's absence due to personal reasons and Troy Fautanu's limited practice time due to an ankle issue.
Pittman, who joined the Steelers in March 2026, had previously dealt with a leg injury during training camp but returned to practice and led the offense in receiving yards in his Week 1 debut. If Pittman fails to improve to at least limited participation in Friday's practice, the Steelers might consider ruling him out for the Week 2 game.
The team will heavily rely on DK Metcalf, Roman Wilson, and Germie Bernard if Pittman is inactive, particularly against the Patriots, who are aiming for their first win of the 2026 season. For the latest Steelers updates, including injury reports and the upcoming Week 2 matchup against the Patriots, follow the Steelers Wire on X @TheSteelersWire and like their Facebook page.
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