Pittsburgh Steelers enters the week with three players in the league’s concussion protocol. Head coach Mike Tomlin addressed this on Tuesday and the news was a mix.
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According to Tomlin, quarterback Kenny Pickett is able to fully participate this week and if cleared will start versus the Miami Dolphins. Cornerback Levi Wallace and tight end Pat Freiermuth are both heading into week two of the protocol and Tomlin hinted they should wrap that up and are expected to play this weekend.
In other injury news, Cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon, safety Minkah Fitzpatrick and cornerback Cameron Sutton are all returning to practice this week. Just in time as the Dolphins have a dynamic passing offense with multiple deep threats.