Cornerbacks Jalen Ramsey and Jamel Dean were both on the Steelers’ injury report to open Week 6, and the news for Ramsey is pretty darn concerning. Ramsey did not practice due to a wrist injury, a status that’s way too familiar for fans. This was the same situation for him back in Week 5, although he did manage to return for limited practices later that week and logged nine tackles in their big win over the Colts. Seeing him completely sidelined to start another week has to make you hold your breath.
Ramsey’s Wrist Lingers, Dean’s Ankle Shows Hope
Ramsey’s wrist issue clearly isn’t behind him, and that’s a tough pill to swallow for the Steelers’ defense. When your top corners are battling injuries, it puts immense pressure on the rest of the secondary. His ability to practice, even if limited, was key to his performance against the Colts, so a complete absence is a red flag this early in the week. Meanwhile, Jamel Dean’s situation offers a glimmer of hope. He was inactive for the Colts game because of an ankle injury, but he was limited in Wednesday’s practice. That’s a good sign, and it could definitely bode well for his chances of suiting up against the Buccaneers this week. Having even one of those guys back to full strength would be huge.
Other Key Injuries Pile Up for Week 6
The cornerback woes aren’t the only headache for the Steelers’ coaching staff heading into the Bucs game. Running back Rico Dowdle, who missed last Sunday’s game, was also limited in practice due to a toe issue. Safety DeShon Elliott (knee) and linebacker T.J. Watt (rest) joined the limited group, indicating they’re being managed but are still out there. The biggest hits after the corners, though, come at wide receiver, where Roman Wilson (finger) and Ben Skowronek (calf) both did not practice and have already been ruled out for the week. Defensive linemen Keeanu Benton (ankle) and Cam Heyward (rest) were also out of practice, showing just how many key pieces are dealing with something.
This injury report is a substantial challenge as the Steelers prepare to face the Buccaneers. The status of Ramsey and Dean will be watched closely, as their presence could make or break the defense’s ability to contain Tampa Bay’s passing game.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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