As the Pittsburgh Steelers prepare for their Week 4 road game against the Indianapolis Colts, injuries are mounting, leaving key players uncertain for the matchup. Head Coach Mike Tomlin addressed the media during his Tuesday press conference, offering insight into the status of several players.
Key Players Likely Out for Week 4
Tomlin confirmed that three important players—outside linebacker Alex Highsmith (groin), cornerback Cory Trice (hamstring), and tight end MyCole Pruitt (knee)—are all expected to miss the Week 4 game due to their injuries. These absences leave gaps in both the defense and special teams, potentially impacting the Steelers’ performance against the Colts.
Other Players Under Injury Watch
Several additional injuries are being closely monitored. Starting left guard Isaac Seumalo, who is dealing with a pectoral injury, and running back Jaylen Warren, who suffered a knee issue, have not been ruled out for Week 4. However, their availability remains uncertain. Tomlin reassured reporters that Warren’s knee injury is unrelated to the hamstring injury he sustained earlier in the preseason. He added that Warren would likely be limited in practice leading up to the game.
Russell Wilson’s Availability Still Uncertain
One of the more pressing concerns for the Steelers is the health of quarterback Russell Wilson. Tomlin acknowledged that Wilson is still dealing with issues from the previous week, leaving his Week 4 participation up in the air.
“Still very much in the same place with Russ this week as we were last week, at least at the beginning of the week,” Tomlin said. He noted that Wilson had a productive workout but indicated that he would likely be a limited participant in practice.
Tomlin made it clear that Justin Fields would be the focal point during practices as the likely starter. However, he did not fully dismiss Wilson’s potential to play, leaving room for a decision later in the week if Wilson’s condition improves.
Najee Harris Ready for Action
In a bit of positive news, Tomlin confirmed that running back Najee Harris, who was spotted wearing a sling after Week 3, is expected to play in Week 4. Harris’ availability is crucial for the Steelers’ offense, as they aim to keep pace with the Colts and maintain their ground game momentum.
With a challenging Week 4 matchup looming, the Steelers must navigate their injury concerns while preparing for the Colts, hoping to have key players back on the field.