{
  "id": 8691542,
  "title": "Steelers Get Encouraging News on Troy Fautanu Before Patriots Game",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/20/steelers-get-encouraging-news-on-troy-fautanu-before-patriots-game",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-20T13:13:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/steelers-encouraging-news-troy-fautanu-131326568.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Pittsburgh Steelers received positive news about their tackle Troy Fautanu ahead of their Week 2 game against the New England Patriots. Fautanu had been dealing with an ankle issue that limited his participation in practice sessions. However, sources indicate that he is now expected to play in the upcoming matchup. This good news means that rookie tackle Dylan Cook will line up at right tackle, ready to slide over if necessary due to injury. Rookie first-round draft pick Max Iheanacho filled in for Cook when he substituted for Fautanu earlier in the week.\n\nSteelers offensive tackle Troy Fautanu expressed pride in their preparation and mental toughness in the face of tough defenses like the Patriots during a recent team meeting. The left side of the offensive line, featuring Mason McCormick at guard, will have additional opportunities to play as a result of Fautanu's availability. However, cornerback Joey Porter Jr. and receiver Michael Pittman Jr. will not participate due to injuries in the leg and foot respectively.",
  "summary": "Troy Fautanu left the Pittsburgh Steelers’ season-opening win over the Atlanta Falcons with his ankle bothering him. The left tackle […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Troy Fautanu expected to play against Patriots",
    "Dylan Cook lines up at right tackle",
    "Max Iheanacho fills in for Cook"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}