Broderick Jones is not worrying about his future in Pittsburgh, being healthy is enough
Jones returned after spinal fusion surgery and said he is focused on regaining strength as the Steelers weigh his long-term role.
- Eight months after sustaining a "shocking" season-ending neck injury, Pittsburgh Steelers offensive tackle Broderick Jones returned to St. Vincent College for his fourth training camp on Thursday.
- The injury occurred during a Week 12 loss against the Chicago Bears when Jones collided with defensive end Dominque Robinson, prompting spinal fusion surgery and three months of inactivity in his rehabilitation.
- During his arduous rehabilitation, Jones leaned on teammates Asante Samuel Jr. and DK Metcalf, both of whom had undergone similar spinal procedures. He returned weighing 300 pounds, about 10-15 pounds below his target of 310-15.
- The Steelers declined Jones' fifth-year option and selected Arizona State tackle Max Iheanachor with the 21st overall pick, signaling potential plans to move beyond their former foundational piece.
- Coach Mike McCarthy believes Jones remains a "starter-level" player, while Jones said "I got to be able to play both" positions as he works to regain full strength.
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Broderick Jones not worried about future with Steelers
LATROBE, Pa. — At the time, Broderick Jones thought it was no big deal. Walking off the field in Chicago last November after taking an awkward hit from Bears defensive end Dominique Robinson — whose chest smacked into the top of Jones’ helmet after trying and failing to knock down a pass — the Pittsburgh Steelers left tackle figured he had a stinger, an injury that’s typically painful in the moment before fading quickly. When the Steelers return…
Broderick Jones looking for fresh start after season-ending injury
LATROBE, Pa. (BLACK AND GOLD NATION) – In Week 12 of the 2025 NFL season, Pittsburgh Steelers offensive tackle Broderick Jones suffered a season-ending neck injury during the fourth quarter. After being announced as cleared to resume football activities, Jones took the field at St. Vincent College. There, he gets a fresh start and a brand [...]
Broderick Jones is back on the field. Where does the Steelers' former first-rounder go from here?
Broderick Jones thinks he can be a starter again and he thinks it can happen this season. But at 300 pounds, he is 15 pounds lighter than his desired playing...
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Broderick Jones is not worrying about his future in Pittsburgh, being healthy is enough
Pittsburgh Steelers tackle Broderick Jones is trying to stay patient as he recovers from a neck injury that cut short his 2025 season.
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