Steelers WR Michael Pittman Jr. (foot) to miss multiple games
Head coach Mike McCarthy confirmed the receiver’s multi-week absence due to plantar fasciitis, a development threatening to sideline the $59 million signee for at least four games.
- On Thursday, Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy confirmed Michael Pittman aggravated his foot injury and will miss multiple games, sidelining him from Sunday's matchup against the Indianapolis Colts.
- Acquired from Indianapolis in March, Pittman signed a three-year, $59 million contract with the Steelers as a former 1,000-yard receiver, but the investment has struggled to produce results amid durability concerns.
- Pittman has recorded seven receptions for 89 yards through three games this season, including three catches and 58 yards in the opener against the Atlanta Falcons, while battling plantar fasciitis that has limited his impact significantly.
- Rookie second-round pick Germie Bernard has stepped into an expanded role, recording seven receptions for 60 yards through his first four NFL games, while Roman Wilson has also taken on increased responsibilities in the Pittsburgh offense.
- An injured reserve move would guarantee Pittman misses at least four games; Pittsburgh's Week 9 bye means the roster decision could extend his absence well into November as McCarthy continues evaluating his position.
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Steelers' Michael Pittman Jr. Will 'Miss Multiple Games' After Re-Injuring His Foot
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. won’t get his chance at revenge against his former team on Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts and it’s unclear how long he will be out. Pittsburgh head coach Mike McCarthy said today that Pittman will miss time after re-injuring his foot, and it’s too soon to say whether […]
Steelers WR Michael Pittman Jr. (foot) to miss multiple games
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr.will not have a reunion on the field versus his former team.Pittman, in fact, will be sidelined for longer than just Sunday's game against the visiting Indianapolis Colts.
Star Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver goes down with another injury
PITTSBURGH -- Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. was seen rolling through the team’s locker room on Wednesday with a scooter and his left foot elevated. Pittman had previously battled a foot injury early in the year that forced him to miss the team’s Week 2 game against the New England Patriots.
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