Is Rico Dowdle playing today? Latest injury update for Steelers vs. Saints game
Rico Dowdle's knee injury raised questions ahead of the Pittsburgh Steelers' Week 7 matchup against the New Orleans Saints. Find out the latest on his availability.
Rico Dowdle, the Carolina Panthers' running back, is set to play in the Steelers vs. Saints NFL Week 7 game. The 33-year-old has been given the green light by the Steelers despite his knee injury, which has raised concerns about his availability. Dowdle has been limited in practice throughout the week but has been confirmed as active for Sunday's matchup.
He returned from a recent toe injury and made an impact in Pittsburgh's Week 6 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, rushing for 40 yards on seven carries and catching three passes for nine yards. With Dowdle on the field, the Steelers will have another running back option against the Saints. The game will take place on Sunday, October 25, at 9:30 a.m. ET in Paris, France, and will be broadcast on NFL Network.
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