The Steelers’ starting lineup incurred two costly losses Sunday during the team’s preseason finale against the Lions.
Reigning NFL defensive player of the year T.J. Watt and receiver Diontae Johnson were ruled out for the remainder of the contest after sustaining injuries in the first half, per multiple reports. Johnson, 26, reportedly suffered a shoulder injury following a catch in the first quarter while the 27-year-old Watt exited late in the second with a knee injury.
The star pass-rusher left the game shortly after taking a low block from former Pro Bowl tight end T.J. Hockenson during the first play of Detroit’s fourth drive. Watt headed for the locker room for an evaluation and was subsequently ruled out.
