Pittsburgh Steelers rule out two more players for Colts clash
The Pittsburgh Steelers have ruled out two more players against the Indianapolis Colts with safety Chuck Clark and linebacker Cole Holcomb officially being downgraded with illnesses.
Holcomb came back from a severe knee injury this offseason that forced him to miss all of last season. A multi-ligament knee injury, Holcomb’s health has been sterling otherwise this season and the illness that he is dealing with forced him to miss the last two practices.
His backup, Malik Harrison, was on injured reserve and has not played since Week 1 after suffering an MCL sprain, but he will likely be the player to fill in for Holcomb. Harrison was activated from injured reserve on Saturday.
Clark, meanwhile, also has an illness. That issue is something that could thin the lines at safety even more. The Steelers placed DeShon Elliott on injured reserve with a knee injury and Jabrill Peppers is out with a quad injury.
With Clark a no go, the Steelers will likely start Dugger and Juan Thornhill or even Jalen Ramsey at safety. On top of that, Clark has been the key reserve player for the team to allow others to work on special teams, but the Steelers will have to find those snaps somewhere. Darrick Forrest and Jack Henderson are on the practice squad.
Broncos Add Pro Bowler, Former Chargers Playmaker Ahead of Texans Game
The Denver Broncos announced that they made the highly anticipated and historic decision to add veteran Pro Bowler and recent free agent addition, tight end
However, they did not stop there, adding a replacement for an injured All-Pro.
The Broncos even drew attention for what they did not do, in a non-decision that has significant implications.
Broncos Add Marcedes Lewis to Gamday Roster
GettyMarcedes Lewis #84 of the Chicago Bears takes the field against the Los Angeles Rams.
Lewis signed with the Broncos’ practice squad this week amid an injury to
The 6-foot-6 veteran is a solid blocker and can still be a threat in the red zone as an ancillary option for quarterback Bo Nix.
Broncos head coach Sean Payton
“He’s someone you kind of follow his career, and I knew he’d been training. I know he’s in great shape, and he’s a tremendous blocker. I think you don’t want to get caught where, man, it’s got to be jumbo. And so, we brought him in for a workout. Brought him onto our practice squad. I’m glad he’s here. He’s a tremendous leader. I’m anxious for you guys to be around him. So, good first day,”
“He’s been in the league long enough, where the reports have just been unbelievable anywhere he’s been; Jacksonville, Green Bay, Chicago. So, it’s good to have him here.”
Lewis will be behind Evan Engram and Adam Trautman, the Broncos’ most complete tight end.
Payton noted that Lewis’ longevity is “unusual” and a testament to how work ethic in his 20th NFL season. The Broncos also have
Broncos Replace Marvin Mims With Former Chargers Playmaker
GettyMarvin Mims Jr. #19 of the Denver Broncos puts on his helmet during a game against the
In addition to Lewis, the Broncos also elevated former Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver and return man Michael Bandy from their practice squad. An undrafted free agent in 2021, Bandy is in his third season with the Broncos.
He has not played in a regular-season game since the 2023 season with the Broncos.
Bandy will help the Broncos in the return game with All-Pro return man Marvin Mims
Mims is lower in the pecking order than his standing on the depth chart as the Broncos’ WR2 would suggest. But Nix and Co. will miss him in that regard, too, as a deep threat and versatile gadget player.
Bandy has caught 10 of 21 targets for 89 yards, starting two of his 12 career games.
Broncos’ Non-Decision Could ‘Pay Off’ in Big Way
GettyPat Surtain II #2 of the Denver Broncos reacts after a win over the Philadelphia Eagles.
With Lewis and Bandy joining the active roster, the Broncos’ decision not to place Adkins or Pat Surtain II on IR has the most significant implications, particularly with the latter.
“Now official what’s been percolating this week: No IR placement for CB Pat Surtain II (pec) or TE Nate Adkins (knee),” The Denver Post’s Parker Gabriel posted on X on November 1. “Will have to carry the two roster spots but will pay off in the #Broncos’ mind if each is back by Nov. 30 at
According to 9News’ Mike Klis, the Broncos’ bye in Week 12 was a “factor.”
The Broncos will look to replace Surtain internally, with 2023 fifth-round pick
