Steelers Receive Major Injury News on RB Jaylen Warren
The Pittsburgh Steelers suffered their second consecutive loss on Sunday, but they remain in a decent position at 3-2. The good news is that the team is also becoming healthier at the appropriate time.
Quarterback Russell Wilson finally practiced in full, and is ready to take over should anything befall Justin Fields.
While many believed that Wilson would immediately start once back, Fields has been playing some good football. He has thrown 961 yards, five touchdowns, and one interception in five games.
Wilson will serve as the backup quarterback in Week 6, according to head coach Mike Tomlin. This is excellent insurance in case Fields fails to meet expectations.
The Steelers also received positive news on rising star running back Jaylen Warren.
According to sources, “Steelers now have removed running back Jaylen Warren from the injury report ahead of Sunday’s game against the Raiders.”
Warren has now been removed from the injury report completely. Warren initially appeared on this week’s injury list on Wednesday and Thursday due to a knee issue. He has now completed all of his practice sessions and will be ready to travel Sunday.
Despite having Najee Harris, his performance has been up and down this season. His greatest game so far was in Week 1, when he accumulated 70 yards on the ground.
Warren began to demonstrate his strength as a running back in 2023, gaining 784 yards and three touchdowns, as well as 370 receiving yards. Warren’s return to the team will provide a another weapon for the Steelers offense.
The Steelers have only eclipsed 100 yards on the ground twice this season. They secured 114 yards on the ground against the Los Angeles Chargers and 133 yards on the ground in Week 4 against the Indianapolis Colts.
With Warren coming back from injury, the Steelers might start putting together a more balanced run game. Harris is still the lead back, but Warren proved in 2023 that he could be a strong dual-threat option for the offense.
Week 6 is nearly here, and the Steelers are set to face off against the Las Vegas Raiders. The Raiders have not been a highly defensive team and just lost defensive lineman Christian Wilkins to IR.
With a thin defensive line, the Steelers might put up big numbers against the Raiders. After two consecutive losses, the Steelers must rebound.
Tomlin must now decide whether or not to start Wilson. However, if Fields can put together another strong win on Sunday, he may just cement his starting quarterback status.
