Steelers Place Michael Pittman Jr. on Injured Reserve Ahead of Colts Game
Pittsburgh will be without one of its key offseason additions Sunday as Pittman lands on injured reserve with a foot injury.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have placed wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. on injured reserve due to a foot injury, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. This decision was made ahead of the team's upcoming game against the Indianapolis Colts. Pittman will be sidelined for a minimum of four games, which means he could return as early as Week 10, following the team's Week 9 bye.
The injury occurred during practice on Wednesday. Head coach Mike McCarthy confirmed Pittman's extended absence, stating that he would miss multiple weeks. This move places Pittman out of action for a reunion with his former team, as Pittsburgh had recently acquired him from Indianapolis in March and signed him to a three-year, $59 million contract extension.
In his limited appearances this season, Pittman contributed seven receptions for 89 yards. His absence will require additional contributions from the remaining receivers, including Roman Wilson, rookie Germie Bernard, and DK Metcalf.
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