Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett has a bone bruise in his left knee and will practice in some capacity Wednesday, coach Mike Tomlin said. Pickett's availability for Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens will be determined as the week unfolds. If Pickett can't go, quarterback Mitch Trubisky will start in his place. Pickett is at the top of a lengthy injury list for the Steelers, who are already without receiver Diontae Johnson (hamstring) and defensive lineman Cam Heyward (groin) -- with both players on IR. The Steelers will also be without left tackle Dan Moore Jr. (knee sprain), which paves way for rookie first-round pick Broderick Jones to make his first NFL start. Tight end Pat Freiermuth (hamstring) is very doubtful, Tomlin said, while defensive lineman DeMarvin Leal is in concussion protocol. Punter Pressley Harvin (hamstring) and guard James Daniels (groin) both missed Sunday's game and will continue working toward a return.
The Steelers have several key players injured, including Kenny Pickett, Diontae Johnson, Cam Heyward, Dan Moore Jr., Pat Freiermuth, DeMarvin Leal, Pressley Harvin, and James Daniels
Broderick Jones will make his first NFL start at left tackle in place of Dan Moore Jr.